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Maryland: Senate Advances Bill Protecting Certain Public Employees From Being Fired Over Medical Cannabis Use

NORML

"Just as patients taking traditional medications do not face punishment in the workplace unless their on-the-job performance is impaired, those who use medical cannabis during their off-hours should not face sanctions solely because of their status as a medical marijuana patient." The post Maryland: Senate Advances Bill Protecting Certain Public Employees From Being Fired Over Medical Cannabis Use appeared first on NORML.

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Dispensary 33 and Spark’d to be first employee-owned dispensaries in Illinois

Illinois News Joint

The first medical cannabis dispensary to open in Chicago, Dispensary 33 , is now part of six retail stores in Illinois to become the first employee-owned dispensaries. Along with the two Dispensary 33 stores, four Sparkd dispensaries combined into one holding company, and Thursday, Illinois approved the sale of that company to a trust owned by dispensary employees.

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Sticky Orange XXL Automatic Grow Report

Sensi Seeds

In this report, well detail our experience with Sticky Orange XXL Automatic. This 80% indica-dominant hybrid wowed us with its seriously impressive combination of short stature and massive yield. As a blend of California Indica, Shiva Skunk, Gorilla Glue, and Maple Leaf Indica, this strain is the perfect choice for indoor growers looking for XXL harvests.

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Why is the US Cannabis Industry such a Challenging Industry

MaxQ Cannabis

The US cannabis industry is a paradox. On one hand, it is one of the fastest-growing industries, with a projected market size expected to reach tens of billions of dollars in the coming years. On the other hand, it remains one of the most challenging industries to operate within. Unlike many other consumer markets, cannabis […] The post Why is the US Cannabis Industry such a Challenging Industry appeared first on MaxQ Technologies.

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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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Women Leading the Charge: A Celebration of Trailblazers in Cannabis

NORML

From the beginning, women have played pivotal roles in the cannabis movement, often without due recognitionchallenging outdated laws, fighting stigma, protecting people, and helping to build an industry from the ground up. The post Women Leading the Charge: A Celebration of Trailblazers in Cannabis appeared first on NORML.

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The Fall of South Dakota’s Cannabis Industry

Veriheal

On July 1, 2021, medical marijuana became legal in South Dakota. This occurred as the result of a ballot initiative that passed in the 2020 general election. However, South Dakota’s journey toward cannabis legalization has been anything but straightforward. South Dakota has had a very complicated past and present when it comes to legalizing marijuana, both medically and recreationally.

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Oregon’s Hot Hemp

Canna Law Blog

Surprising no one, recent findings show that most hemp in Oregon runs hot. By this I mean it is generally designed to get you lit. This hemp is often sold and marketed online without age verification, in packaging attractive to minors, or at unlicensed retail stores. Most labels lack clear potency information, and the products are not traceable to test results.

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Weed Measurements: A Guide to Cannabis Weights and Quantities

PrestoDoctor

When it comes to cannabis, understanding weed measurements is essential for both consumers and producers. Whether youre a beginner or a seasoned user, knowing how to accurately measure and weigh your cannabis is crucial for legal compliance, proper dosing, and pricing. In this guide, well break down the most common weed measurements, weight conversions, common […] The post Weed Measurements: A Guide to Cannabis Weights and Quantities appeared first on PrestoDoctor.

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Know Your Brand: OGeez!

Illinois News Joint

This Know Your Brand feature highlights OGeez! The OGeez! brand originated in Arizona in 2018 and came to Illinois in 2024. Guided by the principle that cannabis should be simple and that every great gummy begins with a mouthwatering first bite, OGeez!s mission is to provide every consumer with an unsurpassed consumption experience. Founded by the late trailblazing, medical-marijuana pioneer Peggy Noonan, OGeez!

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Heat Things up and Improve Cannabis Team Culture

Medical Marijuana Pages

A cannabis business is bustling and thriving but only if the team supporting it is happy and healthyheres a look at how to improve cannabis team culture.

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High grade bud is (finally) hitting New York dispensaries

Leafly

State rules delayed the sale of legal indoor cannabis for two years. Here are the high grade indoor brands that are (finally) hitting the market in 2025. The post High grade bud is (finally) hitting New York dispensaries appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML Op-Ed: Marijuana Consumers Are Under Attack in Multiple States and It’s Time to Fight Back

NORML

Those who support legalizing marijuana are not part of the ideological fringe; we are the majority. Its time for us to act like it and for lawmakers to treat cannabis consumers with the respect they deserve. The post NORML Op-Ed: Marijuana Consumers Are Under Attack in Multiple States and Its Time to Fight Back appeared first on NORML.

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Dispensary Spotlight: Curaleaf Skokie

Illinois News Joint

Curaleaf Skokie is located at 10000 Skokie Blvd. in Skokie, Illinois, across the street from Old Orchard Shopping Center in Chicago’s North Shore. The retail store opened in 2022 and serves recreational consumers. Hours of operation are daily from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. For a live medical and recreational menu, visit here. Curaleaf Skokie can be reached by phone at (224) 707-9072 or by email at customerservice@curaleaf.com.

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What You Need To Successfully Grow and Farm Cannabis

Medical Marijuana Pages

Farming cannabis is an exciting venture that provides ample opportunities for financial success and personal satisfaction. Before you get started, discover what you need to successfully grow and farm cannabis. With this helpful guide, youll learn all about how to have a thriving farm. The Right Growing Environment First, decide.

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Best cannabis strains of spring 2025: A 9-strain review

Leafly

Spring might be the best season for a stoner. We have 4/20 coming up. Were popping seeds. Who knowssomething great might happen. Case in pointmillions of cannabis aficionados have phenomenal strains for Spring across the legal landscape from Cali to Maine. Strong, flavorful contemporary cultivars are making countrywide waves. They fit perfectly with that Spring […] The post Best cannabis strains of spring 2025: A 9-strain review appeared first on Leafly.

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Hemp Cannabis Symposium opens call for exhibitors and sponsors

Illinois News Joint

The 6th Annual Southern Illinois Hemp Cannabis Symposium recently set a date for its 2025 event and opened registration for participants, exhibitors, and sponsors. The Hemp Cannabis Symposium, sponsored by the Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center , is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sept. 19. Registration portals can be found here: Participant Registration , Exhibitor Registration , and Poster Presenter Registration.

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Review: Sweet Clementine Live Rosin Gummies by OGeez!

Illinois News Joint

While Im a fan of most edible formats, rosin-infused edibles are my favorite. I recently toured the OGeez! production facility, where I found out about the label’s vegan-friendly Sweet Clementine Live Rosin Gummies, so I picked up a pack of the all-natural edibles to review. OGeez! Sweet Clementine Live Rosin Gummies come as a 10-pack of rosin infused gummies with 10mg of THC per piece.

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Review: Goji OG Blast Vape by Crystal Clear

Illinois News Joint

Convenience sells. Thats what helps cements vapes as the second-most popular category in Illinois dispensaries. Since Ive been spending a lot of time on the road, Ive been reaching for an ever-increasing number of vapes to get me through. Recently, I picked up a Crystal Clear Blast Goji OG disposable vape to review. The Crystal Clear Goji OG Blast Vape is a half-gram distillate oil infused with botanical terpenes.

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Grow Journal 65: Lemon Bubblegum by 34 Mongrels (Part 2)

Illinois News Joint

Ive grown many lemon strains trying to find my preferred flavor profile. But nothing had hit that sweet spot until this Lemon Bubblegum by 34 Mongrels Genetics. As mentioned in Part I, Lemon Bubblegum is a cross of Lemon Skunk and Indiana Bubblegum that was then backcrossed with the Lemon Skunk. And its one of my new favorite strains. The round light-green buds with bright-orange pistils flaring outward were extra sticky, leaving a smell of lemon skunk on the fingertips with each touch.

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