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North Carolina: Tribal Voters Approve Measure to Allow for Eventual Sales of Marijuana to Adults

NORML

"In spite of blatant Congressman Chuck Edwards' blatant attempts at intimidation and interference with tribal sovereignty, members of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians have stood up for their rights and for the rights of cannabis consumers throughout the state." The post North Carolina: Tribal Voters Approve Measure to Allow for Eventual Sales of Marijuana to Adults appeared first on NORML.

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Did cannabis legalization improve a state’s mental health?

Leafly

A new study finds mental health admissions went down after legalization. The post Did cannabis legalization improve a state’s mental health? appeared first on Leafly.

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Psychedelic Surge, Herer Brands’ Legal Drama, & Hulk Hogan’s Cannabis Line

Veriheal

A survey illustrates psychedelics’ rapid rise, Herer Brands sues Daniel Herer, and Hulkamania comes to cannabis. Let’s dive into this week’s canna-news. Psychedelic Use Reaches Record High A new national survey conducted by Monitoring The Future found that psychedelic use is at an all-time high amongst U.S. adults. Conducted in 2022, the survey included approximately 28,500 participants.

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The Week in Weed: September 8, 2023

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we have an update on South Dakota’s ballot initiative. We note the introduction of the Stop Pot Act on the federal level. Maryland sets out qualifications for social equity licenses. New Hampshire has a commission to study legalization.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Consequences of Rescheduling Cannabis

Cannabis Life Network

What are the consequences of rescheduling cannabis in the United States? Last week, the federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) sent a memo to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recommending a change in how they schedule cannabis. The herb is currently a Schedule 1 drug, meaning it has a high potential for abuse and no medical value.

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ILNJ appears on the Green Out Podcast

Illinois News Joint

Since founding Illinois News Joint , I have appeared on several podcast. I do zero prep work before the podcast but try to answer every question asked until the host stops asking. Recently, I appeared on the Green Out Podcast for the longest podcast I’ve appeared on to date. For 2.5 hours, I chatted with Green Out Podcast host, Seth Green, about numerous aspects of the Illinois cannabis industry and Illinois News Joint.

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7 Incredible Benefits Of THC

The Fresh Toast

7 Incredible Benefits Of THC Though best known for its elevating properties, THC is medicinal at its core. Even in small doses, THC has been shown time and again to alleviate the symptoms of many common ailments. The post 7 Incredible Benefits Of THC appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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California Senate Approves Bill To Legalize Marijuana Cafes, With Final Concurrence Vote Expected Shortly Before Going To Governor

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The California Senate has approved an Assembly-passed bill to legalize marijuana cafes, allowing dispensaries to offer non-cannabis food and drinks.

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Restless Leg Syndrome And Marijuana

The Fresh Toast

Restless Leg Syndrome And Marijuana Even though there’s currently no cure, there are natural treatment methods available like cannabis and cannabidiol that can help alleviate many RLS symptoms. The post Restless Leg Syndrome And Marijuana appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Think Local: Top Shelf CBD

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Top Shelf, a CBD shop that opened in April, is run by childhood friends Ray Hanning and Jeremy Meek. Their products can help improve sleep and decrease inflammation.

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What Rescheduling Means for Cannabis Investments

Canna Law Blog

Last week, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommended rescheduling cannabis from schedule I to III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). My colleagues already covered various implications of the proposed cannabis rescheduling (see here and here ). Today, I want to talk about one of the most important consequences of the announcement other than 280E reform: the effect on cannabis investments.

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Who was Karyme Barreto? Kent man shot dead teen girlfriend in park, stole her money to buy marijuana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

KENT, WASHINGTON: A Washington man, who was convicted for the murder of his teenage girlfriend Karyme Barreto-Sabalza in 2018, was sentenced to 37 years in prison this week.

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Restore CBD Gummies Reviews – What Results Can Customers Expect?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Restore Gummies have become increasingly popular for their pain-relieving properties, other health benefits, and relatively higher efficacy levels. It features.

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Elevated levels of cadmium and lead found in exclusive marijuana users

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

September 08, 2023 2 min read Source/Disclosures Disclosures: McGraw and colleagues report no relevant financial disclosures.

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26 Y.O. Man Arrested After Car Crashes Through Melbourne’s CBD

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

A 26-year-old man has been arrested after a car crashed through a group of pedestrians and two other vehicles in Melbourne’s CBD.

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