FRANKFORT, Ky. — As work continues to build on and modify Kentucky's medical marijuana law during the General Assembly, another assembly of sorts happened in Frankfort to capitalize on cannabis. The Kentucky Cannabis Conference is going on through Saturday, just down the road from the state capitol. Held at the Capital Plaza Hotel, Kentuckians interested in getting in the … [Read more...] about ‘We’ve been counting down the days’: Kentucky Cannabis Conference provides educational resources to community
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Want to learn more about cannabis? Bellarmine University has a new program for that
Bellarmine University has launched a cannabis education certificate program that will focus on the business, agriculture, law and medicine of the industry, with classes starting next month, according to a release from the college. Bellarmine is the first institution in Kentucky to offer this type of certification, which is non-credit. It comes almost a year after Kentucky … [Read more...] about Want to learn more about cannabis? Bellarmine University has a new program for that
Bellarmine University launching first ‘cannabis education certificate program’ in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — One college in Louisville will be offering a certification that allows students to study the marijuana industry. Bellarmine University is launching the first cannabis education certificate program offered by a public or nonprofit university in Kentucky. The program will focus on business, agriculture, law and medicine pertaining to the rapidly-evolving … [Read more...] about Bellarmine University launching first ‘cannabis education certificate program’ in Kentucky
Scottsville residents arrested after allegedly exchanging marijuana for babysitting services
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – Two individuals are facing charges in Scottsville after being accused of giving a minor marijuana in exchange for watching their children. Trever L. Johnson, 34, and Amber E. Caldwell, 30, of Scottsville are charged with human trafficking (forced labor of a victim under the age of 18) and unlawful transaction with a minor. The human trafficking charge was … [Read more...] about Scottsville residents arrested after allegedly exchanging marijuana for babysitting services
Union College offering cannabis certificate
Union College of Union County has announced the addition of three non-credit cannabis certificate programs designed to provide job skills training for those interested in a cannabis career. To address the critical need for workers in the industry, Union has partnered with Green Flower, a leader in cannabis education, to offer these in-demand training programs, focusing on … [Read more...] about Union College offering cannabis certificate
Marijuana activists warn against so-called ‘cannabis cards’ in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — They're called "cannabis cards" and they promise "medical cannabis certification." Advertisements for them have been popping up on billboards, social media and even television stations in Kentucky. There's only one problem. Cannabis activists say they won't keep you from getting arrested if you get pulled over with marijuana and they might not even meet the … [Read more...] about Marijuana activists warn against so-called ‘cannabis cards’ in Kentucky
Medical cannabis becomes legal in 2023 for some Kentuckians
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Hemp has drastically changed Dee Dee Taylor’s life for the better. Before using cannabis products, Taylor’s husband experienced two to four seizures a month. What You Need To Know Jan. 1, 2023 medical cannabis will be legal for those who qualify under Gov. Beshear’s executive order There are 21 medical conditions that qualify patients for medical … [Read more...] about Medical cannabis becomes legal in 2023 for some Kentuckians
Beshear’s executive order making medical marijuana legal in Kentucky goes into effect Sunday
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's executive order on medical marijuana goes into effect Sunday, but it has several limitations, so advocates are working with lawmakers, hoping to get a bill passed on the issue during the 2023 legislative session. The executive order allows some Kentuckians to possess marijuana, but there are conditions. First, the cannabis must be lawfully … [Read more...] about Beshear’s executive order making medical marijuana legal in Kentucky goes into effect Sunday