DETROIT: DETROIT, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- House of Dank Cannabis Company, a renowned name in the cannabis industry, is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated, second annual, "High Ride Giveaway" sweepstakes. This exciting promotion is H.O.D. 's way of rewarding loyal Clubhouse Loyalty Rewards members, offering them a chance to win a sleek, black 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks Edition. One lucky Clubhouse Loyalty Rewards member will be cruising in style and comfort.

Bipartisan Pennsylvania voters in two key competitive House districts are strongly in favor of legalizing marijuana, according to a new poll. And most agree that enacting the reform this session is “crucial to stimulate economic growth.” The survey, commissioned by the advocacy group Responsible PA and conducted by the research firm Cygnal, looked at voters’ […]

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on Tuesday in the case of a trucker who sued a cannabis company after he was fired over a positive THC test that he says was caused by consuming a hemp-derived CBD product. Douglas Horn filed a lawsuit against the business, Medical Marijuana Inc., in […]

ANN ARBOR, Mich.: C3's Pineville Missouri Location Offers Exceptional Value, Deals, and Customer Service to Cannabis Consumers in Pineville and Surrounding Areas ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- C3 Industries ("C3" or "the Company"), a leading multi-state cannabis company dedicated to crafting premium cannabis experiences for consumers, announced the opening of High Profile Cannabis Shop Pineville; the Company's 9th retail location in Missouri and 29th nationwide.

TEMPE, Ariz.: TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Not satisfied with remaking the traditional hand pipe, the team at Invincibowl launches the game-changing Invincipipe which offers the cleanest smoking experience possible. Featuring patented secure-screen technology, the high-flow screen keeps herb in place and prevents hot embers from entering the mouth. Heat extracting convection fins cool the ash-free smoke on its way to the replaceable filter tips, which scrub tar and resin from the smoke. Combined with its unbreakable construction the Invincipipe is truly the last pipe you will need.

Vice President Kamala Harris is pledging to “ensure that the safe cultivation, distribution and possession of recreational marijuana is the law of the land.” The Democratic presidential nominee’s cannabis plan, set to be unveiled on Monday, is part of what her campaign calls an”opportunity agenda” aimed at winning the votes of Black men. That involves […]

Vice President Kamala Harris is pledging to federally legalize marijuana, ensuring that access to cannabis is “the law of the land.” If elected, she will “break down unjust legal barriers that hold Black men and other Americans back by legalizing marijuana nationally, working with Congress to ensure that the safe cultivation, distribution, and possession of […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.: TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., will hold a conference call on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 8:30 AM Eastern Time following the release of its third quarter 2024 financial results. Chairman, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers and Chief Financial Officer Wes Getman will participate on the call to review Trulieve's financial and operating results.

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“By standing up, getting involved and pushing for change, we can claim our rightful place in an industry that can offer economic empowerment, healing and growth for the Latino community.” By Jason Ortiz and Jessica F. Gonzalez Cannabis policy rarely makes it on the list of the issues highlighted during Hispanic Heritage Month, yet our […]

“The big deal here is you can buy this on the internet, and that may obviate a lot of retail that’s here now.” By Sophie Nieto-Munoz A federal judge handed a partial victory Thursday to hemp businesses that sued to stop enforcement of the state’s new law restricting sales of intoxicating hemp products, though the judge […]

An industry effort to halt California’s enforcement of new emergency regulations banning consumable hemp products fell short on Friday, with a state judge denying a request for a temporary restraining order. The court said that petitioners—including the trade group U.S. Hemp Roundtable, Cheech and Chong’s cannabis company and other product manufacturers—failed to demonstrate that enforcement […]

In an appeals court case that targets the very core of U.S. cannabis prohibition, lawyers for the federal government warned this week that the legal challenge, if it succeeds, could risk upsetting the Biden administration’s planned move of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The government’s filing comes […]

Massachusetts regulators fined New York-based marijuana multistate operators Ascend Wellness Holdings and Curaleaf Holdings a combined $165,000 for neglecting consumer safety practices.

Cannabis icon and music legend Willie Nelson is urging voters in Dallas to pass a marijuana decriminalization measure that will appear on their local ballots in November. “Marijuana is an herb and a flower, not a crime,” Nelson said in a press release distributed by Ground Game Texas, which is organizing cannabis campaign, on Friday. […]

PITTSBURGH: PITTSBURGH, Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "We thought there should be a way for consumers to select and purchase various cannabis products without waiting in line for a cashier at a dispensary or even when the dispensary is closed," said one of two inventors, from Syracuse, N.Y., "so we invented the BUD BOX. Our design would provide added convenience for customers." The patent-pending invention provides a convenient way to purchase and dispense marijuana and cannabis products. In doing so, it eliminates the need to wait in line at a dispensary. As a result, it saves time and effort, and it allows purchases to be made at any time of the day or night. The invention features an innovative design that is easy to use so it is ideal for marijuana dispensaries. Additionally, a prototype model and technical drawings are available upon request.

Poland is set to significantly increase the import cap on medical cannabis based on continually expanding demand in what is fast becoming one of Europe’s most exciting markets.

“Most of us feel like this is a social-equity program to benefit people that are socially disadvantaged, not a way for millionaires to get richer.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent David Huckins, a disabled veteran from Leavenworth, Kansas, threw his name into the lottery this spring for a chance to win a social-equity marijuana dispensary […]

San Diego-based marijuana operator StateHouse Holdings has entered bankruptcy in Canada after its main lender asked that the company be placed in a receivership.

A Texas law enforcement agency has released a report advising that the state’s limited medical marijuana system “does not provide for statewide access for patients” and recommending that the number of licensed dispensaries be significantly expanded to meet demand. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) didn’t create the report or endorse its various recommendations […]

The hemp industry scored a significant victory when a New Jersey judge ruled that the state cannot enforce parts of a new law that treat out-of-state hemp products differently.

Researchers have published a new study plan to test whether hemp-derived CBD might offer an offramp for people with marijuana use disorder, potentially enabling them to reduce their consumption of THC. The protocol, funded by a grant from the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) and published in the journal PLoS ONE, lays out a […]

A Minnesota task force charged with making psychedelics-related policy recommendations to lawmakers has advised that lawmakers should decriminalize the use and possession of personal-use amounts of psilocybin mushrooms—one of the latest suggestions set to go into the panel’s report to the legislature in January. Other proposed policies recommended by the Minnesota Psychedelic Medicine Task Force […]

NEW YORK: Gotham's First Brooklyn Outpost Joins Locations in Manhattan and Upstate New York, Driving the Culture of Cannabis Forward NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotham, the world's first cannabis concept store, announces the grand opening of their new Brooklyn location. The expansive 4,000 square foot storefront is located in the heart of Williamsburg on Kent Avenue and South 2nd Street in The Refinery at Domino. Brooklyn-based, family-owned real estate development firm Two Trees Management specifically selected Gotham to occupy the space, reflecting the shared commitment of both brands to thoughtfully merge lifestyle, community, and culture. Gotham will be the first retailer to operate at The Refinery and will officially open to the public on Friday, October 11, just one month after Gotham debuted their latest venture, Gotham Hudson located on the famous Warren Street in Hudson, New York.

Hawaii officials are seeking proposals to assess the state’s current medical marijuana program—and also estimate demand for recreational cannabis sales if the state eventually moves forward with adult-use legalization. The Hawaii Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation (OMCCR) has put out a request for proposals (RFPs), soliciting input from existing vendors to “conduct an […]

Native American cannabis businesses are helping to fill a gap in supply while Minnesota prepares to launch its regulated marijuana market next year.

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LONDON: LONDON, Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hugues Péribère, CEO of Overseed, has been named CEO of the Year in Europe's Biopharmaceutical Industry in the 2024 Business Worldwide CEO Awards. Internationally acclaimed for celebrating the most esteemed C-level executives, the awards recognise outstanding leaders across a wide range of industries. The focus is on the visionaries—CEOs, Managing Directors, and senior managers—whose leadership drives their organisations to success. Péribère's achievement highlights his exemplary work in leading Overseed, a pioneering force in France's biopharmaceutical landscape, particularly in medical cannabis production. Under his leadership, Overseed has emerged as a frontrunner in the development of pharmaceutical-grade medical cannabis in France. With expertise in genetics, agronomy, and pharmaceutical chemistry, Overseed is set to become the first French manufacturer of 100% cannabis-based medicines, helping to shape the future of healthcare as France prepares for the legalisation of medical cannabis in 2025.

The federal government seized two homes in Maine it says were used to grow illegal marijuana.

“What’s your legal authority to say, ‘Pay us $5,000 for us to consider this?’” By John Hult, South Dakota Searchlight A Rapid City medical marijuana dispensary wants help from the state Supreme Court in obtaining a license for another location. The state Department of Health wants the business to pay another $5,000 fee and complete […]

Amid a state challenge to a pair of Nebraska medical marijuana legalization ballot initiatives, a top cannabis law firm has released an analysis projecting that the reform would create over $925 million in economic benefits for the state through 2030. The analysis for the measures, championed by the campaign Nebraska Families 4 Medical Cannabis (NF4MC), […]

TORONTO: Transaction expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024 TORONTO, Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - RIV Capital Inc. ("RIV Capital" or the "Company") (CSE: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF), an acquisition and investment firm with a focus on building a leading multistate platform, and Cansortium Inc. (CSE: TIUM.U) (OTCQB: CNTMF) ("Cansortium"), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis company operating under the FLUENT™ brand, today announced that they have received New York Cannabis Control Board approval for their previously announced business combination (the "Business Combination").

Medical marijuana company IM Cannabis Corp. is planning a non-brokered private placement offering of up to $1.6 million through the sale of about 625,000 units.

A New Hampshire effort to revive a bill that would have allowed medical marijuana operators in the state to open second cultivation locations—including in greenhouses, which is currently forbidden—fell short on Thursday. House lawmakers successfully voted to override the governor’s veto of the legislation, but later in the day senators opted to sustain it. The […]

Medical marijuana producer Bedrocan International is returning to the Canadian market through the purchase of a facility in Scarborough, Ontario.

Pennsylvania lawmakers have sent a bill to the governor to correct an omission in a law that unintentionally excluded dispensaries from state-level tax relief for the medical marijuana industry. About three months after the legislature approved a budget bill that Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) signed containing tax reform provisions as a partial workaround to a federal […]

A new scientific review says cannabis oil may help promote the healing of skin wounds, finding that it offers “promising benefits” despite a need to better optimize product formulations. The report, by researchers at universities in India and Thailand, looked specifically at how cannabis oil can reduce so-called “reactive oxygen species” (ROS) during the healing […]

Canna consumes Chicago.

Lawyers in a federal appeals court case faced off this week over when the government may lawfully disarm someone for using marijuana, with the Department of Justice (DOJ) arguing that merely a person’s recent use of the drug is sufficient to establish that they’re in violation of the law and should not legally be able […]

Voters in Baltimore, Maryland will vote next month on a local ballot initiative that would create a city fund to support communities disproportionately impacted by marijuana prohibition before the state enacted legalization. If approved, the effort would be supported by tax revenue from cannabis sales. While the statewide legalization law provides that 35 percent of […]

BRIDGEPORT, Conn.: Fairfield County location will host grand opening celebration Friday, October 11 & Saturday, October 12. BRIDGEPORT, Conn., Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Higher Collective, a cannabis retail brand dedicated to fostering social equity, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest location at 3369 Fairfield Ave in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The store, owned in part by Connecticut-native Keanaha Abrams, will officially open on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 9:00 AM and will be open seven days a week.

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CALGARY, AB: CALGARY, AB, Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - High Tide Inc. ("High Tide" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: HITI) (TSXV: HITI) (FSE: 2LYA), the high-impact, retail-forward enterprise built to deliver real-world value across every component of cannabis, announced today that its Canna Cabana retail cannabis store located at 3406 Dundas Street W, Toronto, Ontario will begin selling recreational cannabis products and consumption accessories for adult use on Sunday, October 13. This opening will mark High Tide's 185th Canna Cabana branded retail cannabis location in Canada, the 71st in the province of Ontario and the 11th in the city of Toronto.

Florida cannabis businesses began shutting down this week in anticipation of Hurricane Milton, which was expected to make landfall late Wednesday on the state’s west coast.

LINCOLN, Neb.: Nebraska is projected to register over 56 thousand cannabis patients by the end of 2028 and over 93 thousand patients by the end of 2030 LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Regulating medical cannabis will benefit Nebraska patients and generate over $925 million in new economic activity for local communities according to research from Vicente LLP, a nationally-recognized law firm and leader on cannabis law and policy. Together, Initiative 437 and Initiative 438 will establish legal protections for patients and their caregivers and create a safe and regulated medical marketplace for Nebraska patients.

A New Hampshire House committee on Wednesday declined to move forward with a bill that would have established a state-regulated therapeutic psychedelic program modeled after the current medical marijuana system, but members of the panel generally agreed that lawmakers should pursue future legislation to expand legal access to substances like psilocybin and LSD. The House […]

“We’ve been talking about the two-driver rule since 2020. Now that we’ve gotten to the finish line of implementing, there are people who feel left out.” By Bhaamati Borkhetaria, CommonWealth Beacon The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission held a public hearing Monday on long-awaited regulations that the agency hopes to approve later this month, a week […]

“Obviously much of the discussion centered around the definition of local government in Missouri’s Constitution, which we saw as a good sign.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent The court debate Tuesday over how Missouri marijuana products get taxed statewide sounded similar to a grammar class on conjunctions and comma placement. The constitutional amendment voters approved […]

Sponsors of Nebraska’s medical marijuana ballot initiatives are disputing the secretary of state’s claims questioning the validity of nearly 100,000 signatures collected for two petitions.

A leading marijuana reform group has unveiled its voter guides for next month’s gubernatorial and U.S. Senate races, offering overviews of the candidates’ cannabis policy records and assigning them a grade accordingly. The Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) said that, ahead of the November election, the guides can help voters identify which candidates are most likely […]

West Coast Cure, one of the largest California cannabis brands engulfed in a monthslong pesticide scandal, has voluntarily recalled at least 20 products that contain impurities.

Vice President Kamala Harris has some advice for anyone planning to visit the new Las Vegas arena known as The Sphere: Don’t go there while high on drugs. During an interview on The Howard Stern Show on Tuesday, Harris talked about seeing the band U2 at the immersive entertainment complex, which features 360 visual effects […]

40 Tons is sharing its space on the MJBizCon 2024 show floor with 15 other marijuana companies founded by justice-impacted individuals.

American adults typically don’t get their information about about marijuana from government or medical sources, instead relying mostly on friends and family, according to a new study that was partially funded by a federal agency. The nationally representative survey of 1,161 adults found that government agencies were the least popular source of cannabis-related information (4.7 […]

A bill to limit the ability of federal agencies to use past marijuana use as a factor in making employment and security clearance decisions would have a negligible economic impact on the government, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) says. In a new report released on Tuesday, CBO scored the Dismantling Outdated Obstacles and Barriers to […]

SMITHS FALLS, ON: Canopy USA is fulfilling its ambition of establishing a leading brand-focused cannabis company concentrated on state-legal markets and hemp-derived products across the U.S. SMITHS FALLS, ON, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Canopy Growth Corporation ("Canopy Growth" or the "Company") (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC) today confirmed that Canopy USA, LLC ("Canopy USA") has completed its acquisition of Wana (as defined below), inclusive of Wana Wellness, LLC, The CIMA Group, LLC, and Mountain High Products, LLC (collectively, "Wana"). Canopy USA now owns 100% of the outstanding equity interests in Wana.

Cannabis companies that once struggled to find space to conduct cultivation, manufacturing and retail operations are benefiting from a tumultuous commercial real estate market that’s prompting landlords to reconsider leasing to marijuana-related businesses.

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Social equity measures are likely to be conditionally approved by the commission “possibly at the end of October or early November.” By Christopher Shea, Rhode Island Current The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission may finally be ready as early as the end of the month to decide how it will define who qualifies as a […]

“It would make little sense to penalize a voter for purported mistakes that occur after they affix their signature on a petition.” By Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner The sponsors of Nebraska’s medical cannabis ballot measures are pushing back on the state’s chief election official for questioning nearly 100,000 signatures, which they say threatens “the initiative […]

A voter initiative that would significantly expand Arkansas’ medical marijuana program has attracted enough signatures to qualify for the November ballot, according to the state's top election official.

Former President Donald Trump’s 2024 running mate, Sen. JD Vance (R-OH), is accusing Vice President Kamala Harris of failing to stop marijuana and fentanyl disguised as Nerds candy and other popular brands that appeal to children from coming across the border. At a Faith & Freedom Coalition event in Atlanta last month, the senator talked […]

Advocates supporting a psychedelics legalization ballot initiative in Massachusetts have released a new ad promoting the reform as a pathway to provide a critical alternative therapy option for people with serious health conditions. With less than a month until Election Day, the veteran service organization (VSO) Heroic Hearts Project aired the ad, which features a […]

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“I am confident that we will hold a lottery before the end of 2024.” By Peter Callaghan, MinnPost It isn’t the timing that people hoping to get started in the recreational cannabis business were hoping for. Some 1,800 potential licensees who have qualified as social equity applicants are awaiting a special lottery to decide which […]

A new scientific review on the potential benefits of marijuana in treating brain disorders says that in addition to THC and CBD produced by the cannabis plant, “a diverse array of lesser-known phytocannabinoids, along with terpenes, flavonoids, and alkaloids” may also “demonstrate diverse pharmacological activities” and could offer therapeutic applications. Such compounds include THCV, CBDV […]

DETROIT: DETROIT, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this October House of Dank (H.O.D.), Michigan's leading cannabis retailer, is excited to announce their third annual fundraiser for the Dianna Rasha Foundation (D.R.F.) and Breast Cancer patient support. Over the past two years, House of Dank has donated over $15,000 to the D.R.F. making a positive impact in the community. This year, H.O.D. will donate proceeds from pink paper ribbon sales across all 12 of their retail locations for October. In addition, 100% of the proceeds from their H.O.D. x D.R.F. Faith t-shirt sales will be donated to the D.R.F. to support breast cancer patients and further support awareness.

CHICAGO: Illinois-based craft cannabis company eyes expansion with new capital infusion. CHICAGO, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cannect Wellness, one of Illinois' fastest-growing craft cannabis companies, today announced the successful completion of its second round of funding, securing $7 million in fresh capital. This latest round brings the company's total equity funding to $14.5 million, marking a significant milestone as it continues to expand its operations and enhance its product offerings.

A New Mexico regulatory board has given preliminary approval to make female orgasm difficulty (FOD) a qualifying condition for the state’s medical marijuana program, voting 7–2 to recommend the change at a meeting on Monday. The New Mexico Medical Cannabis Advisory Board’s vote does not immediately add FOD as a qualifying condition. A report with […]

LANDENBERG, Pa.: LANDENBERG, Pa., Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wynk, the award-winning cannabis seltzer redefining the adult beverage landscape announced the launch of its newest limited-edition flavor: Cran-Blood Orange. Thoughtfully created by combining researched flavor trends with consumer demand for festive offerings to celebrate the flavors of fall, this exciting new seltzer offers a perfectly balanced 1:1 ratio of THC and CBD for a light, enjoyable buzz.

SHERIDAN, Wyo.: SHERIDAN, Wyo., Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HighBridge Premium and Belushi's Farm announce the launch of their collaboration: "Majical Ice TeaZ". Over a year in the making, this suite of teas introduces three unique beverages, branded as "HighBridge Premium & Belushi's Farm" and marketed under the name "Majical Ice Teaz". These low calorie, Delta-9 THC infused drinks are true to the traditions of Jim Belushi's Chicago heritage and will initially be available in three sophisticated flavors with varying concentrations of THC and other active ingredients. The lineup includes: "Earl of Blues", an Earl Grey tea with bergamot and clove; "Chai-cago", a combination of Chai and black teas with star anise; and "Raspberry Calmer", (our take on the traditional ice tea/lemonade) with White tea, raspberry, lemonade, and a hint of mint. The Majical Ice TeaZ are expected to be available in November, in time for Thanksgiving and the holiday season.

With marijuana legalization again on the table in the Pennsylvania legislature, Black lawmakers in the state who’ve long championed reform are sharing their perspectives on the urgency of ending prohibition with a focus on social justice. At the Black Cannabis Week event hosted by the Diasporic Alliance for Cannabis Opportunities (DACO) last week, Sen. Sharif […]

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.: Celebrate Halloween with delightfully frightful merchandise from this limited-edition collaboration SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Timeless (or the "Company"), a lifestyle brand leading the way in cannabis culture, today announced its latest Artist Legacy collaboration with Chad Keith, a Bay Area native known for his fright artwork featuring bold skulls and bright colors inspired by the horror movies he loved growing up.

TORONTO: TORONTO, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - RIV Capital Inc. ("RIV Capital" or the "Company") (CSE: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF), an acquisition and investment firm with a focus on building a leading multistate platform, is pleased to announce that Etain has commenced co-located adult-use sales at its existing medical dispensary located at 445 NY-28, Kingston, New York. The opening follows the Company's recent launch of adult-use sales at its Etain Manhattan location, as well as the New York debut of the MOODS line of branded cannabis products.

SEATTLE: 4 Latin-Inspired Flavors with Fewer Calories and Resealable Bottles Debut at NACS Vegas Booth C5762 SEATTLE, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A fizzy, fruity festival of sodas specially crafted for convenience store customers is about to hit the market with Fiesta Jones, the newest celebration for your tastebuds from legendary craft soda maker Jones Soda (CSE: JSDA, QTCQB: JSDA). The line features four vibrant Latin-inspired flavors, less than half the calories and sugar of standard sodas, and resealable screw-top aluminum bottles that bring the party wherever you go – all with an explosion of taste that could only come from the flavor magicians at Jones.

Cannect Wellness raised $7 million in its second equity funding round; capital raises have been slow due to the expense of debt financing.

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark.: LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dark Horse Cannabis, a leading manufacturer in the cannabis industry known for crafting high-quality edibles, concentrates, and other various cannabis products, is excited to announce the acquisition of Green Light Dispensary in West Helena, Arkansas. The store will be transitioned to operate under the Speakeasy by Dark Horse brand in October while the West Helena location at 2000 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Helena, AR 72342 serves as a temporary site before relocating permanently to Brinkley, Arkansas.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.: LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Speakeasy Dispensary, LLC is pleased to announce that the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission (AMMC) voted to approve the relocation in their October 1, 2024 meeting. The team expresses deep gratitude for the overwhelming support of the local community and looks forward to expanding patient access to medical cannabis in the region. "I am extremely satisfied with the outcome of this meeting," said Casey Flippo, owner of Speakeasy Dispensary. "We are grateful to the commission for recognizing the widespread community support shown through the numerous letters we provided and for appreciating our efforts to engage with local residents. This approval represents a significant step forward in improving access to essential patient care for those who need it most."

A New Jersey Senate committee has approved a bill that would legalize a therapeutic psilocybin program in the state, with even hesitant lawmakers saying that they’re coming around on the psychedelics proposal. Members of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee voted almost unanimously Monday—with one member, Sen. Douglas J. Steinhardt (R), abstaining—to adopt a handful […]

The former CEO of California’s largest marijuana delivery service, Eaze Technologies, said its parent company is winding down operations and new ownership will determine if the service continues.

“Nebraskans should be outraged that the state is trying to toss aside the will of the people, by using power, money and intimidation.” By Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner Nebraska’s chief election official and top prosecutor have questioned the validity of more than half of the signatures already validated on each of the state’s two medical […]

TerrAscend Corp., a Canadian-headquartered marijuana multistate operator with U.S. assets, said it withdrew $26 million from its $140 million loan to pay off higher-interest debt it holds in Michigan.

“Some people think these types of alternative payment schemes are a way they can skirt the law, but it’s still a commercial transaction, there’s still money being exchanged for cannabis.” By Peter Callaghan, MinnPost At least give them points for creativity. Some of the hemp stores and smoke shops recently spanked by the state’s Office […]

“In regard to psychoactive cannabis products, the department will focus its efforts on the identification of ‘misbranded’ products.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent While a large part of Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s (R) ban on intoxicating hemp products may be on pause, plans are underway to kick it back up next summer, according to a […]

A Florida Democratic senator is suing the state for using taxpayer dollars to fund a recent ad that he says unconstitutionally attempts to influence voters to oppose a marijuana legalization initiative that will be on the ballot next month. Sen. Jason Pizzo (D), who is expected to run for governor in 2026, announced on Friday […]

Illinois officials have released a sweeping report on the state’s marijuana market, describing the past year as one of “explosive growth in the cannabis industry” and noting that licensed retailers sold more than $2 billion worth of legal products during fiscal year 2024. The year saw the single-largest expansion of stores since Illinois began opening […]

MT CLEMENS, Mich.: Pleasantrees Partners with 3rd Coast Genetics for Inaugural Cultivar Collab Spotlighting Michigan-Grown Strains MT CLEMENS, Mich., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cultivars are crucial to advancing the cannabis industry by growing and establishing new and innovative genetics. The Cultivar Collab presented by Pleasantrees features small-batch collections of exclusive strains from the industry's leading cultivars. Putting these artisans at the forefront not only brings their plants to the people, but also shines a light on the craft of curating high-quality cannabis.

MAPLEWOOD, N.J.: The leading Arizona cannabis gummy brand has enteredthe Garden State market — just a month after its Illinois debut MAPLEWOOD, N.J., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OGeez!, one of Arizona's most popular and long-standing cannabis gummy brands, has entered the Garden State market. The move comes on the heels of the company's August debut in Illinois and gives OGeez! its first outpost in the Northeast.

JASCKON, N.J.: JASCKON, N.J., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RXDco, an industry-leading cannabis packaging company, is excited to announce the launch of its latest innovation, the Cocoon Jars. Designed to offer a transformative packaging solution, Cocoon Jars are set to redefine the standards for child-resistant cannabis containers with their cost-effective, eco-friendly, and user-friendly design. Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www2.multivu.com/rxdco/9290551-en-rxdco-unveils-the-future-of-cannabis-packaging-cocoon-jars

Hemp businesses have argued that the law is filled with confusing and vague language that would make it difficult for them to know whether they are breaking the law. By Sophie Nieto-Munoz, New Jersey Monitor New Jersey is arguing that its new law restricting the sale of hemp products is a legitimate response to a […]

PHOENIX: PHOENIX, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CCELL®, the world's leading technology brand focused on creating trendsetting vape hardware products and peerless vaporization technology, today announced that it will participate in the following events and trade shows over the fourth quarter: Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, October 8-9 in Chicago, Illinois: Nick Kovacevich, Strategic Advisor for CCELL, will be speaking on the Vape Innovation Masterclass: Cost-Effective, Quality Tech for a Global Market panel on October 8th at 3:50 pm CT.MJBizCon, December 3-6 in Las Vegas, Nevada: CCELL is the proud title sponsor of Planet 13's industry party "The All In One: Good Hash, Good Food, Good People, Brought To You By CCELL" taking place on December 4th in partnership with Beard Bros Pharms and Good Life Gang. CCELL will debut its highly-anticipated heating technology, CCELL 3.0, on the show floor as well as the Vision Box All-In-One released earlier this year.

A new scientific review on cannabis and cancer concludes that a variety of cannabinoids—including delta-9 THC, CBD and cannabigerol (CBG)—”show promising potential as anticancer agents through various mechanisms,” for example by limiting the growth and spread of tumors. But authors acknowledged that obstacles to incorporating cannabis into cancer treatment remain, such as regulatory barriers and […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.: New Broward County location will host grand opening celebration Friday, October 11th TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., today announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in Hallandale Beach, Florida. A grand opening celebration will be held Friday, October 11, beginning at 9 a.m., featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions as well as learn about #YesOn3 and the ballot initiative to legalize adult cannabis use in Florida.

STAMFORD, Conn.: STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf" or the "Company"), a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, today announced that it will report its financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 after market close on November 6, 2024. Management will host a conference call and audio webcast that afternoon at 5:00 p.m. ET consisting of prepared remarks followed by a question-and-answer session related to the Company's operational and financial highlights.

PHOENIXVILLE, Pa.: 2nd Patent issued in September 2024 Patent Protection to March 2041 PHOENIXVILLE, Pa., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PleoPharma, Inc. ("PleoPharma" or the "Company), a privately held company focused on Cannabis-related health issues, announced today that it has been issued two U.S. patents with broad claims relating to methods of treating cannabis withdrawal syndrome ("CWS"). "We are pleased to have received the issuance of our second patent following up on the success of our Phase 2b trial. These U.S. patent issuances underscore the scientific achievements of PleoPharma and directly support the commercial value of our programs" said Ginger Constantine, CEO of PleoPharma. "We are excited to be developing PP-01 with the goal of being the first approved product to help people suffering from CWS, a rapidly growing patient population".