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We talk with the Cleveland School of Cannabis at their mock dispensary after Ohio voters approved Issue 2 for recreational marijuana.
Author: wkyc.com
Published: 8:15 AM EST November 8, 2023
Updated: 8:15 AM EST November 8, 2023
Cannabis industry can’t use banks. Here’s why that hurts Arizona – The Arizona Republic
Arizona is on track for more than $1 billion in cannabis sales this year.
The state collects hundreds of millions of dollars in associated taxes, and thousands of Arizonans are employed in the cannabis industry.
But federal banking laws that treat cannabis companies differently than other businesses are hindering economic growth and creating opportunities for crime.
The U.S. Senate is considering legislation that would correct these issues.
The SAFER Banking Act, which is pending there, would allow marijuana dispensaries and cannabis businesses to use commercial banks, and in that way that reduces crime.
Las Vegas dispensary offers relief for locals amidst F1 traffic jam … – GreenState
Bright lights, entertainment, and droves of tourists fuel the city of Las Vegas. With such a lush base, dispensaries like Planet 13 cater to the tourist experience. Others are choosing a different path, catering to the locals who keep Sin City alight. The Source dispensary chain seeks to be the local’s choice, and its most recent focus is on the impact of the incoming Las Vegas Formula 1 Grand Prix.
“While the big race is an exciting and profitable event for the city of Las Vegas, it presents a gigantic challenge for local residents and service industry workers commuting to and from their places of employment,” Sequoah Turner, vice president of retail at The Source, shared in a press release.
The prospect of hosting a new demographic of tourists (Formula 1 fans) initially seemed like a boon for the city, but the locals are not pleased as it gets closer to race day. Anyone driving down the famed drag will be dealing with heavy construction traffic, and many on-strip service workers are forced to shuttle in.
The Las Vegas Review Journal cited many issues with the preparation and plans, including cutting down desert-friendly on-strip trees, obscuring strip businesses, setting
4 Metro Detroit cities vote ‘no’ to marijuana dispensaries – FOX 2 Detroit
Pot proposals fail in Metro Detroit
Voters in Birmingham, Grosse Pointe Park, Rochester, and Keego Harbor voted no on proposals that would have allowed marijuana dispensaries. The issue was also on the ballot in St. Clair County’s Yale. The proposal failed there, too.
(FOX 2) – Voters in the four Metro Detroit cities that were deciding on marijuana dispensaries rejected the proposals.
If approved, Birmingham would have been able to have one recreational marijuana store and one medical marijuana store. In Keego Harbor and Grosse Pointe Park, two marijuana businesses would have been allowed. The ballot proposal in Rochester would have allowed for three marijuana businesses.
However, voters in these cities, along with St. Clair County’s Yale did not approve the proposals.
Voters in Rochester and Birmingham overwhelmingly rejected the proposal, with 87% voting against it in Rochester and 73% selecting no in Birmingham.
Keego Harbor’s election was closer, with 53% of voters rejecting the measure. Sixty-six percent of Grosse Pointe Park voters rejected the proposal.
Since laws allowing adult-use marijuana facilities went into effect nearly five years ago, hundreds of municipalities have opted out of having these businesses. However, the number of municipalities
Four metro Detroit communities resoundingly vote against cannabis dispensaries ⋆ Michigan Advance – Michigan Advance
Voters overwhelmingly rejected proposals Tuesday to allow recreational marijuana sales in four metro Detroit cities.
The proposals were defeated in Birmingham, Grosse Pointe Park, Rochester and Keego Harbor.
Recreational marijuana use will be legal in 21 states after ballot measures pass
In Birmingham, 73.6% of the voters rejected a proposal to provide a license to one recreational marijuana dispensary and one medical cannabis retailer.
A proposal to allow three recreational dispensaries to open in Rochester was defeated with 89.2% of the votes. Another 87.4% voted against creating a licensing and application process to enable three recreational dispensaries to open.
In Grosse Pointe Park, 77.7% of voters rejected an ordinance that would have allowed two recreational marijuana dispensaries to open. Another 66.7% voted against an amendment that would have allowed two recreational marijuana dispensaries to open after a licensing process was established.
Voters turned down all three proposals to allow recreational marijuana sales in Keego Harbor. A proposal to allow one dispensary to open was rejected with 53.5% of the vote, 61.4% voted against allowing the issue to be decided at the next general election, and 60.5% voted no on allowing two dispensaries to open with licensing rules.
Since Michigan voters
Rick Santorum Gets Weird With ‘Very Sexy’ Take On Why Republicans Keep Losing
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Former Sen. Rick Santorum (R-Penn.) offered up some strange takes in quick succession as it became clear that Tuesday’s election results would be bad for Republicans and conservative causes.
“You put very sexy things like abortion and marijuana on the ballot, and a lot of young people come out and vote,” he griped on Newsmax.
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Both issues were on the ballot in Ohio. The state has tilted red, yet voters on Tuesday passed measures protecting reproductive rights and legalizing recreational marijuana.
Santorum ― who was fired as a CNN pundit in 2021 after wildly racist comments about Native Americans ― called the two issues “a secret sauce for disaster” for Republicans in the state.
Then, he went a step further.
“Thank goodness that most of the states in this country don’t allow you to put everything on the ballot because pure democracies are not the way to run a country,” he said:
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— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) November 8, 2023Advertisement
The comments caused Santorum’s name to trend on X as his critics chimed in:
Rick Santorum is upset that Americans had an opportunity to vote on the things they actually
Italian Soda Cannabis Strain Review
Lineage: Well-guarded secret (possibly a cross between GMO and Rootbeer)
Classification: Indica dominant (90% indica and 10% sativa)
Potency: 15 to 20% THC
Top Terp: Myrcene
Uses: Pain and insomnia relief
Side Effects: Sleepiness
Italian Soda has gained attention as a strain that delivers both sensory pleasure and a well-balanced high. In addition, everyone loves a mystery and Italian Soda’s genetic lineage is a well-guarded secret, adding to the strain’s allure.
Superseed Company breeders have meticulously crafted this hybrid by crossing various undisclosed strains to achieve the desired effects, flavors, and aromas. The result is a harmonious blend that showcases the artistry of modern cannabis cultivation.
One of the standout features of Italian Soda is its exceptional aroma and flavor. The strain lives up to its name by offering a sensory experience reminiscent of sipping on a refreshing and effervescent soda. You can almost feel the strain tickle the back of your throat and nose in a similar way to the fizz of a beverage.
The aroma is often described as….Read More Here
What Would Rescheduling Mean For Cannabis?
HHS Announcement, Followed By SAFE Prioritization, Gives Businesses And Investors Hope.
The change would loosen federal regulations that have hampered the industry for years due to marijuana’s current Schedule I status under the Controlled Substances Act.
This unprecedented development instilled confidence in investors and industry operators alike, causing cannabis stocks to skyrocket for the first time since 2021.
And just last week, this optimism was bolstered further by the announcement that the Senate may soon pass the SAFE Banking Act, which would protect institutions offering financial services to cannabis businesses from federal penalties and regulatory backlash. Without the SAFE Act, these risks that have driven companies such as Mastercard to cut ties with the industry, leaving businesses scrambling to secure basic banking and payment solutions. News that the SAFE Act will soon pass the Senate continued to fuel investors’ confidence, as stocks steadily rose into Monday morning after years of depression and decline.
Even though the DEA has yet to finalize the rescheduling decision, the HHS’s recommendation is groundbreaking and extremely promising for the future of cannabis in the United States: Vince Sliowski, Oregon-based….
Cannabis Users Regain Gun Ownership Rights
Many green-positive Americans have long been made to choose between two distinct worlds – enjoying cannabis legally or maintaining their right to bear arms. But now, a new legal bombshell has shattered the barriers that kept marijuana users from fully embracing the Second Amendment.
Working out of New Orleans, a three-judge panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court recently heard arguments on the constitutionality of a federal law that had once stripped away the gun ownership rights of illegal drug users.
In their unanimous decision, the justices agreed that the current law infringed on the constitutional right of a Mississippi man, Patrick Daniels, to “keep and bear arms” as protected by the Second Amendment.
After a traffic stop in Hancock County, Mississippi on April 25, 2022 revealed a pistol, a semi-automatic rifle, and the lingering scent of marijuana cigarette butts within his vehicle, Daniels was charged and convicted under the federal law that aimed to sever firearm ownership from those who used illicit drugs.
His disclosure about using cannabis stood as an unshakable….
White Widow: Unveiling The Legendary Cannabis Strain
Lineage: A cross between two landrace strains—a Brazilian Sativa and a South Indian Indica
Classification: Sativa-dominant hybrid (60% sativa and 40% indica).
Potency: 18 to 25% THC
Top Terp: Caryophyllene
Uses: Creativity, pain relief, anti-anxiety
Side Effects: Dry eyes, dizziness, cottonmouth
In the world of cannabis, few strains have achieved the iconic status and recognition that the hybrid White Widow weed strain commands. One thing that stands out about the strain is its lovely appearance. The heavy dusting of white trichome crystals adorns each bud like a bride’s lacy veil making it iconically beautiful.
Revered for its balanced effects and distinctive appearance, White Widow has remained a staple in the marijuana community for decades, captivating both novice and seasoned enthusiasts alike.
White Widow’s origins trace back across the pond to the Netherlands, where it was first…