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Ohio: Latest Polls Show Continued Support for Legalization Ahead of Initiative Vote

NORML

If enacted by Ohio's voters on Election Day (November 7th), the possession of marijuana will become legal for adults on December 7th. The post Ohio: Latest Polls Show Continued Support for Legalization Ahead of Initiative Vote appeared first on NORML.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: November 2023 horoscopes

Leafly

Phew! After a bit of celestial chaos, November and Scorpio season promise to bring more tranquil vibes to the Zodiac. This month pairs succulent strains that help every sign embrace the watery mystique of Scorpio. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: November 2023 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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The Lawsuit to End Federal Cannabis Prohibition Wouldn’t Really End Federal Cannabis Prohibition

Canna Law Blog

The lawsuit filed on October 26 against Merrick Garland to “end federal cannabis prohibition” wouldn’t really end federal cannabis prohibition. If you had that impression, it may be because reporting on this topic has been subpar. Many of the headlines are incomplete or downright misleading. Some stories take several paragraphs to explain the actual nature of the challenge, and some don’t get to it at all.

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Factors Influencing Cannabis Prices Across U.S. States

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Factors influencing cannabis prices across U.S. states the legalization of cannabis for both medical and recreational use. Has become a significant social and economic issue.

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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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The Bahamas’ Cannabis Legalization Bill for Medical and Religious Use

Veriheal

In 2018, the leaders of 19 Caribbean nations decided that they would “review marijuana’s current status with a view to reclassification” The leaders emphasized the importance of these cannabis legalization bills as a tool for social justice and economic gain. Recently, The Bahamas’ made good on that 2018 promise. The island nation proposed several bills to legalize the use of cannabis for medical, research, and religious purposes.

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China Manufacturing Tips for Cannabis Brands

Canna Law Blog

We are seeing in an uptick in China-related matters involving cannabis brands. Here are three tips for cannabis brands that are getting their products made in China: 1. Sign a Contract As I recently wrote in our sister blog, “while having a contract provides no guarantee of smooth operations or favorable dispute resolution, a well-drafted agreement can mitigate many risks.” Moreover, it “is almost guaranteed, though, is that if a dispute arises and you do not have a contract, y

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Patient Stories: How MMJ is Changing Lives in West Virginia

MMJ Recs

The real stories around medical marijuana (MMJ) are those of the patients who have experienced life-changing benefits from cannabis therapy. The positive impact it’s having on the lives of patients across West Virginia is significant. In this article, we’ll explore MMJ patient success stories in West Virginia and how cannabis therapy is positively impacting patients’ lives.

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Review: Strawberry Bubbles #5 by The Botanist

Illinois News Joint

The first “good weed” I ever tried was Strawberry Cough, and I’m consistently confused by the lack of genetics on the Illinois market with this classic terpene profile. The Botanist is filling this gap with Strawberry Bubbles #5, one of the new strains dropping as part of the label’s rebrand. I picked up a sample to see if it takes me back to my first premium experience.

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We tried delta-9 THC + CBC Mood Gummies with Rare Cannabinoid Company

Leafly

Read about the experience & try a free pack of delta-9 THC + CBC Mood Gummies from Rare Cannabinoid Company. The post We tried delta-9 THC + CBC Mood Gummies with Rare Cannabinoid Company appeared first on Leafly.

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Athletes say this CBDA topical can make bruises fade overnight

The Cannigma

Despite being touted as a wonder drug, CBD doesn’t work for everyone, and many clinicians are now leaning into other cannabinoids. There’s some speculation that CBDA may work well topically, but since there is so little known, how do we find out for sure? Indeed, more clinical research is needed as most of what we know at this point is from lab and animal studies.

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Dispensary Dos and Don’ts: What Every MMJ Patient Should Know

MMJ Recs

Medical marijuana (MMJ) dispensaries play a crucial role in providing patients with access to the cannabis products they need for managing various health conditions. Visiting an MMJ dispensary comes with a set of unwritten rules and etiquettes that patients should be aware of. In this guide, we’ll explore the dos and don’ts for MMJ patients, helping you navigate these dispensaries responsibly and make your visits as smooth as possible.

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Green Rose files ‘1,500-Foot Rule’ lawsuit against IDFPR

Illinois News Joint

Green Rose Dispensary representatives Monday sent out a press release stating that GRI Holdings, operating under the Green Rose Dispensary name, filed a lawsuit in the Circuit Court of Cook County to stop another social equity cannabis dispensary from opening in River North at the old Rainforest Café location. The lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation claims BioPharm proposed Consume Cannabis dispensary at 605 N.

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Hold on for dear life with Motorbreath—November’s Leafly HighLight

Leafly

SFV OG x Chemdog might be the sleeper hit of the year. The post Hold on for dear life with Motorbreath—November’s Leafly HighLight appeared first on Leafly.

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How Long Weed Stays in Your System

PrestoDoctor

If you enjoy the occasional joint or are a regular cannabis user, you may find yourself facing a situation where you need to pass a drug test. The overarching question may be: how long does weed stay in your system? Whether it’s for a new job, a probation requirement, or simply a personal decision, understanding how long weed stays in your system and the various drug testing methods is crucial.

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Surprising Number Uses Marijuana To Not Get High

The Fresh Toast

Surprising Number Uses Marijuana To Not Get High With all the discussion about legal weed, a surprising number uses marijuana to not get high. The post Surprising Number Uses Marijuana To Not Get High appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Illinois Cannabis Cup awards ceremony Nov. 6

Illinois News Joint

The fourth annual Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup judges have completed their reviews for the 2023 kits, and the totals have been tallied. Now, it’s time for the awards show to find out which Illinois brands bring home trophies. The Illinois Cannabis Cup awards ceremony is set to stream live starting at 4:20 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6.

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A Legacy of Compassion: The Whelton Family and ReLeaf Shop

Leafly

Dr. Andrew Whelton, once a Professor of Medicine at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, is not just a distinguished medical professional but also a man with a mission. His decades of experience in drug development and safety, coupled with his remarkable service during the Vietnam War, where he established the first combat renal […] The post A Legacy of Compassion: The Whelton Family and ReLeaf Shop appeared first on Leafly.

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Five Reasons Written Contracts Beat Handshake Deals

Canna Law Blog

One of the best insurance policies a cannabis business can get is a written contract. Paying a lawyer a little bit up front can save hundreds of thousands when things go south. A lot of folks in the cannabis industry are still doing deals on a handshake basis (you can see some of our older posts on handshake deals below). In this post, I’ll outline a few of the best reasons why written contracts beat handshake deals 99% (if not 100% of the time). #1 The statute of frauds!!!

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The Week in Weed: November 3, 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 see cannabis companies filing a lawsuit over the federal marijuana ban. We check in on the situation in Alabama. We prepare to bid farewell to Capitol Hill’s longest-serving cannabis advocate. We note the new House Speaker’s opposition to marijuana legalization.

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Review: Big Chillz #1 by The Botanist

Illinois News Joint

Cannabis remediation is a topic of hot debate among the industry that will only build as consumers become more educated. One of the best ways to get in front of the debate is simply proclaiming that your product hasn’t gone through remediation, as The Botanist has done for its new flower launch in Illinois. I recently picked up a few strains from the lineup including Big Chillz #1.

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Hey, Pennsylvania! Save $25 on your medical card with HelloMD

Leafly

HelloMD is offering Leafly readers an exclusive $25 savings when you get approved for a medical card online. The post Hey, Pennsylvania! Save $25 on your medical card with HelloMD appeared first on Leafly.

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What You Need To Know About Cannabis And Your Gut

The Fresh Toast

What You Need To Know About Cannabis And Your Gut CBD has been shown to promote stress resilience and decrease anxiety, adding to its powerful role in gut function. The post What You Need To Know About Cannabis And Your Gut appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Help! My cannabis flowers are turning brown – is this mold?

The Cannigma

Getting the right answers in your cannabis journey can be tricky. But with The Cannigma’s Ask the Expert, you can find questions from readers like you, answered by a cannabis specialist. Question: Parts of my flowers are turning brown while the rest of the flowers remain green. The plants have been flowering for about a month. Is this normal? Can these brown flowers be used or should they be discarded?

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Illinois medical cannabis sales total $26.6M

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today released its October 2023 medical cannabis sales totals of $26,244,555.82, the first uptick since March 2023. For the last four months, totals have hovered around $26 million. Total 2023 retail sales by licensed medical cannabis dispensaries have totaled $271,357,790.69. Illinois dispensaries sold $12,439,305.15 in dry flower and $13,805,250.67 in concentrates/infused products.

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GA Pharmacies Get MMJ, Cannabis Lounge in Paradise, & Fast Food Addiction Research

Veriheal

Pharmacies in Georgia to start selling medical cannabis, a tourist destination gets a cannabis lounge, and researchers grapple with the scope of the fast food addiction problem. Here’s what you missed this week in cannabis and psychedelic news. Georgia Pharmacies Get Medical Cannabis Georgia is set to become the first state to offer medical cannabis in independent pharmacies.

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10/31/2023 | Fenwick Council Unanimously Opposes Retail Marijuana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Fenwick Council Unanimously Opposes Retail Marijuana FENWICK ISLAND – An ordinance banning the operation of marijuana facilities will advance to a second reading following a.

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Cannabis laws in Armenia

The Cannigma

Medical: legal Recreational: illegal Situated in the South Caucasus region, Armenia has established a unique approach to cannabis legislation that reflects a strict stance on recreational use while allowing for limited medical use. Understanding the country’s cannabis laws is essential for both residents and visitors to ensure compliance and avoid potential legal consequences.

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CROO releases 2023 diversity survey results

Illinois News Joint

The Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer (CROO) released last week the results for its third diversity survey that assesses the “extent of diversity in the medical and adult use cannabis industry and methods for reducing or eliminating any identified barriers to entry, including access to capital.” The most recent survey was conducted December 2022 to August 2023.

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MMJ Access in West Virginia: Everything You Need To Know

MMJ Recs

The Mountain State’s journey to legalizing medical marijuana has been a transformative one, and it marks a new era for MMJ access in West Virginia. West Virginia MMJ Program Launch The West launch of the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act, the state embarked on a path to provide much-needed relief to patients suffering from various medical conditions.

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Six pounds of marijuana seized in Anson

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The Wadesboro Police Department, Anson County Sheriff’s Office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives seized over 6 pounds of marijuana from an.