NORML
AUGUST 29, 2023
While interning at NORML, Sydney Jenkins hopes to become a stronger advocate for those who have been punished for their use of marijuana, and to become a better advocate for justice in her community. The post I’m Interning at NORML to Become a Stronger Advocate for Justice appeared first on NORML.
Leafly
AUGUST 30, 2023
Leafly Buzz’s 13 top weed strains of August 2023 include The 26, Sherb Haze, and Mom’s Spaghetti. Read our monthly West Coast fire flower report.
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Illinois News Joint
AUGUST 31, 2023
I recently sampled a gram of the Wildfred Root Beer MAC, as part of the sativa flower Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup kit, picked up from Rise Mundelein. I usually snicker when I see celebrity endorsed cannabis labels. Outside of the rare exceptions, such as Snoop or Willie Nelson, it’s hard to argue that celebrities are bringing a lot to the industry.
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Elon’s unsettling behavior raises concerns about his ketamine addiction, a cannabis scent interrupts the U.S. Open showdown, and the Native Coalition of Colorado calls for healing rather than profit at Denver’s Psychedelic Science 2023 conference. Let’s dive into this week’s canna-news. Elon Musk’s Ketamine-Fuled Spiral Tech billionaire Elon Musk’s erratic behavior has made him a headline mainstay over the last couple of years.
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.
United Patients Group
AUGUST 31, 2023
When discussing the therapeutic potential of medical cannabis, the conversation often revolves around cannabinoids like THC and CBD. However, another critical class of compounds called terpenes plays a significant role in the overall cannabis experience. These naturally occurring aromatic compounds give cannabis strains their unique scent and flavor profiles, but they also offer a host of therapeutic benefits that can enhance and complement the effects of cannabinoids.
Medical Cannabis Brief brings together the best content for patients and advocates from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Illinois News Joint
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
While some highbrow consumers look down at cannabis distillate, Crystal Clear takes a positive spin, building its brand around the ideas of purity and flexibility allowed by “disty.” While I’ve sampled the company’s infused prerolls before, I recently acquired some samples of the brand’s disposable vapes for review. The first is Pineapple Express.
Medical Marijuana Program Connection
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
CBD is legal, but a test showed illegal THC. COLUMBUS, Ga. — A Georgia police chief lost his job after testing positive for THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana.
Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
In a significant decision for cannabis advocates and the cannabis industry, on September 1, 2023, the Michigan Court of Appeals issued an opinion directing the placement of a cannabis-related charter amendment on the November 7, 2023, ballot for the residents of the City of Keego Harbor, Michigan, to consider on Election Day. Thanks to the Court’s decision, the voters of Keego Harbor have the chance to directly determine whether they wish to permit recreational marijuana retailers in their commu
Leafly
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Feeling like totally reorganizing your life? That's the power of Virgo season! As temperatures cool and the leaves begin to change, here are the best strains to harness Virgo's meticulous energy and embrace impending autumn. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: September 2023 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.
Illinois News Joint
AUGUST 30, 2023
As a cannabis reviewer in the Illinois market, one of the biggest benefits of the Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup is that the judging kits bring together offerings from several different labels in one place. I’ve been eyeing Nature’s Grace and Wellness’ Twenty Twenty brand for quite a while now and but not able to sampled the flower until after picking up the sativa judging kit, which included the Twenty Twenty’s sole contender for sativa flower, Wonka Bars.
The Blunt Truth
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we see the rocky road to a retail market in New York continues to be, well, rocky. Alabama is having problems of its own in dealing with cannabis licensing. Ohioans will vote on adult-use cannabis in November. South Dakota is issuing a lot of medical marijuana cards.
PrestoDoctor
AUGUST 29, 2023
With the legalization of cannabis in many parts of the world, people are becoming more interested in the various ways to consume it. While smoking is still a popular method, it comes with a host of health concerns, particularly for the lungs. Inhaling smoke from burning cannabis can irritate the lungs and cause respiratory issues. Fortunately, there are safer ways to consume cannabis that allow you to enjoy cannabis without damaging your lungs.
Leafly
AUGUST 28, 2023
Vermont’s reputation as one of the most progressive states in the country was solidified after the state legalized recreational marijuana in 2018. Although it wouldn’t be until 2022 when recreational dispensaries first opened, the Green Mountain State has welcomed recreational cannabis retailers with open arms. If you visit Vermont today, you’ll have your pick of […] The post The best-rated weed dispensaries in Vermont for 2023 appeared first on Leafly.
Illinois News Joint
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
To help feed my need for more imaginative work, I recently created a set of memes for our Original Memes page, and the reward I felt made me want to produce more, so I added three memes to our Cannabis Groverbs series. Our Cannabis Groverbs are tongue-and-cheek originals or adaptations of famous proverbs from around the world. I created the Groverb meme series to inspire registered patients to grow their own medicine from home.
United Patients Group
AUGUST 28, 2023
As the conversation around medical marijuana and its many potential therapeutic applications continue to evolve, it’s not just humans who stand to benefit from this powerful plant medicine. Veterinarians and pet owners alike are becoming increasingly interested in the potential applications of cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis, for the treatment and support of various pet health concerns.
The Fresh Toast
AUGUST 30, 2023
Marijuana Hacks For The Average User These 7 marijuana hacks are designed for the intermediate cannabis enthusiast who enjoys getting high but is looking to take it up a notch: The post Marijuana Hacks For The Average User appeared first on The Fresh Toast.
Leafly
AUGUST 28, 2023
Call your bank and let them know the charges aren't fraudulent—you’re just ballin’ out in Beantown. Leafly scouts a weed weekender in Boston.
Illinois News Joint
AUGUST 31, 2023
The cannabis-friendly events continue in Illinois, including the inaugural The Miracle In Mundelein set for next weekend. The Miracle In Mundelein is an outdoor two-day concert event in which on-site cannabis consumption will be allowed. The Miracle In Mundelein will be at RISE Mundelein, located at 1325 Armour Blvd. in Mundelein. The two-day music event will span multiple genres, offering up a cultural mix of hip-hop, jam, reggae, and funk artists.
Veriheal
AUGUST 28, 2023
New therapy exploration suggest potential in using psilocybin for OCD symptoms. Recent studies have shown that psilocybin may effectively treat patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This discovery adds to the ongoing research on the medical use of psychedelics in psychiatry. And it further reinforces the need to carry out clinical trials to determine the safety and efficiency of using psilocybin to treat OCD.
Cannabis Life Network
AUGUST 30, 2023
Legal cannabis in your state means higher rates of cannabis use disorder, says a new study published in JAMA Network Open. The researchers quizzed 110,000 patients at Kaiser Permanente in Washington State on their attitudes towards cannabis. They asked five thousand of these patients about their cannabis use. They included in the study only those who consumed in the last 30 days (1,500 people out of the 110,000).
Leafly
AUGUST 29, 2023
For smokers hoping to get good and stoned from their hemp flower, high-THCA flower presents an impressively potent option that ships right to your door nationwide. Kandy Boy is one of the producers on the cutting edge of the new hemp flower market. They specialize in top-shelf high-THCA flower strains, all grown in their state-of-the-art indoor facility.
Illinois News Joint
AUGUST 31, 2023
After a successful 420 Sesh Fest in April, Green Rose River North dispensary is scheduled to host another cannabis-friendly event. To celebrate Labor Day Weekend, Green Rose is set to host Weekend Sesh Sunday, Sept. 3. The Weekend Sesh is scheduled for 11 a.m.-8 p.m. at Green Rose North, located at 612 North Wells Street in Chicago. The event will host DJs, food trucks, demos, pop-up sales from Illinois’ cannabis brands, a Puff Bus, special Labor Day weekend sales, and other activities.
Veriheal
AUGUST 29, 2023
Imagine being able to go to the farmer’s market, and instead of buying food items, you get to examine cannabis plants, negotiate their prices, and have random conversations with the farmer. Fascinating right? Thanks to the New York Office of Cannabis Management, the idea of a legal cannabis showcase program is now a reality. On the 19th of July, 2023, the Office of Cannabis Management in New York approved plans to permit cannabis ‘showcases’ and sales at public events.
The Fresh Toast
AUGUST 30, 2023
How Marijuana Helps With Constipation If you’re struggling with consistent healthy bowel movements, you might want to try smoking marijuana. The post How Marijuana Helps With Constipation appeared first on The Fresh Toast.
Medical Marijuana Program Connection
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
RED BLUFF — Tehama County is taking the first baby steps to possibly its marijuana ordinance with the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, agreeing to hold a study session to…
Illinois News Joint
AUGUST 29, 2023
The Cannabis Science Center is scheduled to host the 4th annual Hemp/Cannabis Symposium at Southern Illinois University Carbondale Sept. 9. Exhibitors and vendors will have opportunities to interact and connect with cannabis industry insiders, academics, and indoor and outdoor cannabis production enthusiasts. Exhibitor and vendor booths are still available.
Cannabis Life Network
AUGUST 28, 2023
What are ten new cannabis strains to pair with some classic albums? Cannabis and music go together like peanut butter and jelly. We do, after all, have cannabinoid receptors in our ears. When pairing cannabis and music, many of us experience a heightened awareness. Some of us become more emotionally connected with music. Others may want to relax, enhance their mood, or increase their focus for a deeper immersion with song lyrics.
The Fresh Toast
AUGUST 31, 2023
Does A CBD Soak Help Sore Muscles Does soaking in this cannabis-derived product really reduce muscle soreness? Here’s what we found out. The post Does A CBD Soak Help Sore Muscles appeared first on The Fresh Toast.
Medical Marijuana Program Connection
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
If a recommendation by the nation’s top health agency to reclassify marijuana is adopted, the drug could gain wider acceptance as a medical treatment, pot businesses could see their bottom…
Illinois News Joint
AUGUST 29, 2023
The Illinois Hemp Growers Association (IHGA) is scheduled to host two events in September. The first event, the Future of Hemp in Illinois , will discuss the controversy surrounding D-8 products, the Farm Bill, and other industry insight. The second event will celebrate IGHA’s 5-Year Anniversary and includes the 2nd annual Disc Golf Tournament. The 5-Year Anniversary and Disc Golf Tournament is scheduled for 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
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