A Seattle company plans to start testing drones for marijuana deliveries at, they estimate, 1/10th the cost of using vans. But Seattle cannabis enthusiasts should not get too excited because this service will be for business to business deliveries only. Can consumer deliveries be far behind given the pace of change in the industry?
Illinois announces nearly $11 million worth of recreational cannabis sold in first 5 days
Recreational marijuana seems to be a big hit in Illinois with long lines at dispensaries and sales of close to $11 million in the first 5 days. These are much higher sales numbers than Michigan and Colorado reported during their first week of recreational cannabis sales.
Chicago Airports Install ‘Cannabis Amnesty’ Boxes
You are at the airport in Chicago and realize that you’ve not consumed all the marijuana products you purchased. What do you do? Both O’Hare and Midway have set up “amnesty boxes” for you to dispose of your unused weed before going through the TSA checkpoint. Very considerate, don’t you think? The police will check …
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Is Coca-Cola Looking to Get Into Cannabis?
Cannabis beverages are becoming more and more mainstream, especially in Canada, where they are legal. And, big beverage companies like Constellation Brands and Molson Coors have gotten involved in producing cannabis-infused beverages. Rumors suggest that Coca-Cola may also be thinking of getting into the game. The company has denied it, but I would stay tuned for more on this. …
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Most employers in Nevada can no longer utilize pre-employment drug tests for marijuana
Looking for a reason to move to Vegas? We’ve got one! As of January 1, employers in Nevada can no longer use pre-employment drug tests for marijuana as a hiring practice. Nevada is the first state to do this. After all, if you can legally smoke at home, why should this prevent you from getting …
The age of cannabis rosé is here. Do the weed wines taste like bong water?
Looking for a new after-work wind down drink? Or, perhaps an aperitif to stimulate the appetite for dinner? How about a glass of cannabis rosé? In the last few months, three California companies have released nonalcoholic, cannabis-infused rosés: the women-centric brands House of Saka and Viv & Oak, and the stoner-friendly Rebel Coast. Welcome to …
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Thousands flock to weed shops as Illinois’ pot prohibition comes to an end
It was a mob scene in Chicago and across the state on Wednesday, the 1st day of recreational marijuana sales in Illinois. Thousands lined up across the Chicago area, some before dawn — for the chance to buy marijuana legally for the first time. But there were also glitches. Some dispensaries ran out of product …
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Illinois governor clears thousands of marijuana convictions
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced more than 11,000 pardons for low-level marijuana convictions on Tuesday at a church on Chicago’s South Side – one day before the state’s new marijuana legalization law took effect. He described these pardons as the first wave of such expungements, provided for under the new law, which will make it …
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Kaya Herb House Opens In Kingston, Jamaica
Jamaica’s embrace of the business of cannabis continues to escalate with the opening of a new Kaya Herb House in Kingston. (Herb houses are what they call dispensaries on the island.) This new store is the 3rd by this company which already operates 2 facilities in, primarily, tourist areas on the island’s north coast. These …
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A Scientist in Jamaica Is Recreating the ‘Supreme Ganja’ That Bob Marley Used to Smoke
Meet Dr. Machel Emanuel, a botanist at the University of The West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica. Between traversing the Caribbean to find seeds and the work he’s doing in his own garden, he’s trying to re-create “Supreme Ganja” – the strain once smoked by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer and other reggae icons in …
20 cannabis predictions for 2020
The business, culture and legal status of cannabis experienced significant changes in 2019. More than even the experts predicted or thought possible. What does that say about the possibilities for 2020? What states will legalize it? Will congress act in any way? What’s the future of vaping? Etc. etc. etc. In case you have a …
Take a look at Mike Tyson’s cannabis resort
Have you seen the plans for the Tyson Ranch? The former heavyweight champ is already growing several strains of high-grade marijuana that are used in dozens of off-the-shelf products. But his plans are not just to grow weed; it’s for a 407-acre resort that includes a hotel, spas, lodges, a glamping park, and the world’s …
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Las Vegas set to become a hub for cannabis tourism
Sin City is on verge of becoming even more sinful. 40 million tourists visit Las Vegas every year for its casinos, restaurants and other enticements. Marijuana could soon be another important reason why people come. It is currently legal to purchase cannabis from licensed stores for people aged 21 and over. However, these products cannot …
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A Tiny African Kingdom Wants to Export Its Cannabis to the World
Marijuana fever is now a worldwide phenomenon. There does not appear to be a corner of the globe where entrepreneurs and governments are not banking on a big score. One example is the small African mountain nation of Lesotho with a population of a little over 2 million and which is completely surrounded by South …
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Marijuana Legalization Could Be Coming To These States In 2020
2019 was a great year for cannabis. But, for the people who track these goings on, 2020 is shaping up to be an even more momentous year for legalization and policy reform. A handful of state legislatures are scheduled to consider legalization, and voters in up to 10 states are likely to face a November …
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MLB will remove marijuana from list of ‘drugs of abuse’ and test for opioids under new drug agreement
Major League Baseball and its players union have announced a new drug testing regime that removes marijuana from its list of “drugs of abuse,” Under this new policy, the League’s attitude towards marijuana (and its abuse) will be no different from alcohol. I don’t keep track of these things but it seems that this change …
3 Michigan marijuana shops net $221,000 on first day of recreational sales
Economists call it pent up demand! The first day of legalized recreational marijuana sales in Michigan was a financial boon for three Ann Arbor shops – the only retailers licensed to sell recreational marijuana in the state. The three stores racked up total sales of $221,000. Not bad for the first day of business. http://www.abc12.com/
Green technology: 7-Eleven installs CBD vending machines
Planning a visit to Colorado? You may soon be able to buy your CBD products from vending machines at 7-Eleven stores. How more convenient can this get? Pull in, get some gas, a bag of ice and your favorite CBD items. The system has a sophisticated age and ID verification system but this is now …
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Coming Out Of The Cannabis Closet
It is believed that about one in seven American adults uses cannabis. But, far, far less than that (very large) number would publicly admit to it. Although declining significantly, there’s obviously still a stubborn stigma attached to cannabis in some quarters. What’s your experience of this? Are you out of the closet? http://www.mysanantonio.com/business/article/Coming-Out-Of-The-Cannabis-Closet-14835291.php
Lil Wayne Just Launched His Own Cannabis Brand
Another celebrity enters the cannabis game! This time it’s Lil Wayne. But, unlike the others, this guy seems to want to cater to a niche market of discriminating, heavy users looking for high quality, highly potent stuff. Perhaps, users like himself. (By the way, don’t you think it’s a little strange to find articles like …
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Chicago hotels say no to pot
Recreational cannabis becomes legal in Illinois on January 1 next year but out-of-staters planning a ganja getaway may not have anywhere to legally get stoned as many hotels are sticking by their strict no-smoking policies. Many hotels in Chicago, for example, say they will continue to ban smoking on-premises http://chicago.suntimes.com/cannabis/2019/11/26/20976906/chicago-hotels-marijuana-recreational-cannabis-airbnb
Don’t be a rude marijuana user: Rules to live by as legalized sales begin in Michigan
Are you a rude marijuana user? Are you familiar with the proper etiquette related to the using, sharing and gifting of marijuana? There is, of course, the commonsense stuff like labeling edibles before serving them and not pressuring people who are reluctant to use. But are there more subtle customs known to marijuana connoisseurs that …
With $1 Million In The Bank, Tiny Colorado Border Town Considers Opening More Pot Stores
Sedgwick, a tiny town with only about 150 residents just five miles from the Nebraska border, is home to the only licensed marijuana dispensary in northeast Colorado. And, it’s easy access from a couple of interstates has made it a popular stopover for marijuana tourists. Now, the town has a big problem! A $1 million …
The Art of Gifting Cannabis During the Holidays
The holidays are upon us and you are probably thinking about creative gifts for certain special people. Well, how about cannabis products for like-minded friends and family? With legalization and decriminalization all around us, in varying degrees, great gift options are not just appropriate but available. However, make sure to start by checking the laws …
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New this Thanksgiving: Cannabis infused gravy
Pass the gravy. please. No. not that one; the cannabis infused gravy.
Marijuana State of the Union: Cannabis Laws in Every State
Though still illegal at the federal level, marijuana is now legal for recreational use in about a dozen states and for medical purposes in a whole lot more. But, do you know where each state stands with respect to cannabis? What you can or cannot do where? Here’s the state of play on a state …
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Study Finds PTSD Symptoms Alleviated by Cannabis Use
Many cannabis users report relief from ailments that include stress, pain, insomnia, low appetite, and suppressed libido. There’s also been anecdotal evidence of benefits related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A recent study seems to back up the PTSD claim with a repot that shows that patients who use cannabis show lower rates of depression …
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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Cannabis Flowers
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the relative, friend or, perhaps customer who already has just about everything? How about cannabis flowers? Forbes magazine (yes, that Forbes!) has assembled a list of what they consider to be the best flowers and concentrates for your holiday gifting. It is also clear that the author, Warren …
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Surprise! Michigan adult-use cannabis sales begin Dec. 1
Michigan, the new frontier for recreational cannabis? Michigan state regulators recently approved the movement of pre-existing medical marijuana products into a newly licensed recreational supply chain—allowing the sale of cannabis flower, extracts, and edibles as soon as Dec. 1.
Chicago Mayor Proposes Major Cannabis Policy Changes
Times are a-changing. The mayor of Chicago has proposed a plan to reduce penalties for unlawful cannabis possession and end the police policy of automatically impounding vehicles of drivers caught in possession. For example, the penalty for 1st time minor offenses will be reduced to a mere $50. Significantly, the new plan also includes training …
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