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Cannabis economy is tanking Image Cannabis NewsMarch 1, 2023 Emerald Triangle communities were built on cannabis. Legalization has pushed them to the brink. HAYFORK — It’s shortly before 8 a.m. and a touch above freezing at the Trinity County Fairgrounds. The food bank’s February distribution won’t begin for another half hour, but the line of cars
What employees should know about state adult use Cannabis laws Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 27, 2023 Adult use of marijuana for recreational purposes is legal in 21 states, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. As of last October, 37 states and the District of Columbia permit marijuana for medical use, as do Puerto Rico, the Vi
New York’s new drug problem: what to do with a billion dollar Weed mountain? Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 27, 2023 Cannabis farms are booming upstate, but red tape frustrates newly legal shops in the city. Result: confusion – and a very big stash. Let’s Be Blunt: No smoking in the plazas” is the message that has been placed around Times Square follo
Lawmakers should consult forensic scientists before passing any more Marijuana laws Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 Texas legalized hemp and embraced CBD. Crime labs are struggling. Since Texas legalized hemp in 2019, enforcement of the state’s marijuana laws has become confusing and chaotic. Unfortunately, Texas crime labs have been caught in
Oklahoma Recreational Marijuana advocates and opponents prepare for upcoming special election Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma voters are just a couple of weeks away from voting on legalizing recreational marijuana in the Sooner State. Supporters and opponents alike are gearing up for the upcoming Oklahoma Special Elect
Child accused of passing out Marijuana Candy in School Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 Parents of students at a local school are furious over a situation involving drugs brought by a student. KTAL Reports are stating that a female student brought the marijuana edibles from home and passed them out to some students. Reports also state that the
Arizonans spent more than $1.4 billion on marijuana in 2022, driven by recreational sales Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 Total Arizona marijuana sales in 2022 mirrored the total from 2021, the first year of the legal adult use market, but the paths that each year reached $1.4 billion in sales were strikingly different. In 2021, medical mariju
Hundreds of previous Marijuana-related convictions will be removed from Alaska's state’s courts database Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 ANCHORAGE - Alaska is joining several other states in revising the visibility of convictions for criminal actions that are now legal. Beginning May 1, marijuana possession convictions of about just under 800
Washington Senate passes bill banning hiring discrimination for Pot use Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 The Washington state Senate has passed a bill that prevents employers from denying employment based on a positive drug test for weed. The Washington Senate this week approved a bill that would protect cannabis users from pre-employment job d
Scientists Discover potential link between Marijuana legalization and Asthma Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 Marijuana has been a subject of much debate in recent years, particularly with regard to its legalization for recreational use in some states. While its effects on various health conditions continue to be studied, a recent study has fou
10 simple and effective ways to battle cannabis-induced fatigue Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 Regardless of the benefits we gain from weed, one of its downfalls is that it can make us sleepy. Here are some ways to shake it off. Marijuana can be very helpful when you need to relax. It has been proven effective in decreasing both stress and an
Jerry Garcia’s Cannabis brand joins California mass extinction Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 “It’s even worse than it appears, but it’s alright.” There’s a mass cannabis exodus out of California, and, no, that’s not a reference to the Bob Marley song, although you should snag Marley Natural while they’re still in the golden state, Cali frien
Jesus used Hemp Oil? Hemp Podcast explores evidence Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 101 Hemp Podcast Explores Evidence That Jesus and Moses Used Hemp Oil 101 Hemp creates hemp-based products to help with pain and anxiety. In the latest episode of their "Miracle Plant" podcast, they discuss Dr. Sula Benet's evidence of hemp use in Old and New T
Did Jesus use Hemp Oil? Hemp Podcast explores evidence Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 24, 2023 101 Hemp Podcast Explores Evidence That Jesus and Moses Used Hemp Oil 101 Hemp creates hemp-based products to help with pain and anxiety. In the latest episode of their "Miracle Plant" podcast, they discuss Dr. Sula Benet's evidence of hemp use in Old and Ne
New Jersey releases revised drug testing policy for law enforcement Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 22, 2023 New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin recently released updated drug testing policy rules for law enforcement, which was updated to help prevent police from needing to be drug tested for cannabis. It’s been nearly a year since New Jerse
Pet Medical Cannabis bill introduced in Rhode Island Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 22, 2023 House Bill 5504 would allow medical cannabis for pets to be certified by veterinarians. Lawmakers in Rhode Island introduced a bill allowing pets to use medical cannabis if and when it is certified by a licensed veterinarian. House Bill 5504, or the Edward O.
'The cards aren't stacked evenly': Rising number of Alberta cannabis retailers are calling it quits Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 21, 2023 Last year alone, 68 cannabis retailers cancelled or didn't renew their licenses. Just 19 stores did the same in 2021. Increasing numbers of cannabis retailers in Alberta are getting out of the business, a testamen
Teen Cannabis Use Continues to Decline, According To Study Image Cannabis NewsFebruary 21, 2023 That’s despite more states legalizing its use for adults. Opponents of cannabis have long claimed that legalizing it for adults would lead to an increase in teen use. They were wrong, according to a new federal report. Cannabis use among teenagers droppe
