As in most presidential election years, ballot measures are usually overlooked or downplayed by the national media. One is in Florida, where a proposal to legalize cannabis to be administered by the state is on the ballot. Marijuana has been made legal in 24 states, three U.S. territories and the District of Columbia. On the Florida ballot is Amendment 3, which, according to … [Read more...] about Cal Thomas | The marijuana campaign
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Suitcases with 114 pounds of marijuana seized before London-bound flight, officials say
A 2-year-old German Shepherd tipped off Pennsylvania airport authorities to over 100 pounds of marijuana set to fly across the Atlantic Ocean, border officials said. Fredo, a narcotics dog at the Philadelphia airport, found 114 pounds of marijuana in vacuum-sealed bags while inspecting baggage for a London-bound flight, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in an Oct. 24 news … [Read more...] about Suitcases with 114 pounds of marijuana seized before London-bound flight, officials say
Amendment 3 marijuana issue fires up people on both sides
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis speaks against Amendment 3 on Thursday at Jacksonville's FOP lodge. Joining her are Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey, right, and Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper. | News4Jax Find everything you need to make informed decisions this election season, plus so much more. Sign up [...]H/T: jaxtoday.orgYou can view the whole article at this link … [Read more...] about Amendment 3 marijuana issue fires up people on both sides
Florida’s Surgeon General offers ‘spiritual’ concerns over recreational marijuana
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Less than two weeks from election night, two very different messages have emerged from those fighting for and against recreational marijuana. Amendment Three, if approved, allows those 21 and up to use cannabis products without a medical permit.In the remaining days until election night, several of Florida’s top officials are offering warnings about the … [Read more...] about Florida’s Surgeon General offers ‘spiritual’ concerns over recreational marijuana
‘Corporate cartel’: DeSantis stops in Pensacola to shoot down marijuana amendment
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Governor Ron DeSantis stopped in Pensacola Friday morning to speak out against Amendment 3. If passed, the amendment on this year’s ballot would allow people over 21 to legally use recreational marijuana. But the governor says there is more to this amendment than what voters see on the ballot. He believes it has very little to do with expanding freedom to … [Read more...] about ‘Corporate cartel’: DeSantis stops in Pensacola to shoot down marijuana amendment
90 Pounds of Cannabis Trafficked into Orlando International Airport Seized
TAC officers in the Orlando Police Department (OPD) are part of the Tactical Action Unit. TAC officers are responsible for keeping Orlando safe by making arrests, seizing guns and drugs, and more. “Thanks to the diligence and expertise of our officers, these illegal narcotics will not reach the streets of Central Florida and beyond,” OPD said about the marijuana … [Read more...] about 90 Pounds of Cannabis Trafficked into Orlando International Airport Seized
Florida first lady, officials warn against youth pot use ahead of amendment vote
The Florida Department of Health has issued a warning about the risks of marijuana use ahead of the statewide vote on whether to make it legal for adults for recreational use. It’s the latest instance of the DeSantis administration using government resources to try and sway next month’s election. Tuesday's notice does not mention Amendment 3 on this year’s ballot. The health … [Read more...] about Florida first lady, officials warn against youth pot use ahead of amendment vote
Fact or fiction? Critics say Amendment 3 will make Florida smell like weed
As voters decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida this November, Gov. Ron DeSantis and opponents of Amendment 3 are focusing on a specific concern: the smell. “It’s basically a license to have it anywhere you want,” DeSantis said at a press conference in April. “This state will start to smell like marijuana, in our cities and towns. It will reduce the … [Read more...] about Fact or fiction? Critics say Amendment 3 will make Florida smell like weed
Campaign to legalize marijuana in Florida is mostly bankrolled by one company
The battle to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida is being bankrolled almost entirely by one company: Trulieve. The company has contributed over $92 million to the Smart & Safe Florida political committee, which is leading the effort to pass Amendment 3. The battle to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida is being bankrolled almost entirely by one company: … [Read more...] about Campaign to legalize marijuana in Florida is mostly bankrolled by one company
Curaleaf Opens Port St. Lucie Cannabis Dispensary in Florida
Curaleaf Holdings Inc., a leading international provider of consumer cannabis products, announced it has opened a new medical dispensary in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Located at 1720 Southwest Gatlin Blvd., Curaleaf Port St. Lucie opened its doors to medical patients on Oct. 3, 2024. The company's newest dispensary brings its Florida store count to 65 locations, with 151 dispensaries … [Read more...] about Curaleaf Opens Port St. Lucie Cannabis Dispensary in Florida
