Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry said she expects to know more about marijuana dispensaries coming to the city early in the new year. "It's at the state level," she said Monday while heading out on holiday. "The dispensaries are working to get their licenses. Until they get their licenses, there's not much we can do." Perry said several dispensaries have applied for zoning within … [Read more...] about News Journal’s top 10 stories: Disputes about marijuana dispensaries coming to Mansfield
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How Much Does an Ounce of Cannabis Flower Cost Entering 2025?
Seeds or no seeds? The answer to that question was often a determining factor for how much a bag of cannabis flower would cost some decades ago. Pricing is much more nuanced in the present day of state-legalized markets, with consumer demand geared toward potency, flavor and effect as well as other cultivar-specific preferences. And as commercial cannabis markets have become … [Read more...] about How Much Does an Ounce of Cannabis Flower Cost Entering 2025?
The Many Risks of Cannabis and High-Dose THC
The word “cannabis” refers to all products derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, which contains about 540 chemical substances. “Marijuana” refers to parts of or products from the plant containing substantial amounts of Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the intoxicating substance primarily responsible for affecting a person’s mental state. More than 100 other cannabinoid … [Read more...] about The Many Risks of Cannabis and High-Dose THC
Federal Agency Honors Hemp Company With Award Recognizing Commitment To Veterans’ Employment
A federal agency has announced the recipients of an award honoring companies that successfully support military veterans—including a cannabis business that utilizes hemp for building material. In a notice published in the Federal Register on Friday, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) said it is recognizing a “select group of … [Read more...] about Federal Agency Honors Hemp Company With Award Recognizing Commitment To Veterans’ Employment
Wild West of THC: Texas hemp shops can sell weed and ‘no one’s gonna stop them,’ says Sid Miller
When it comes to regulating consumable hemp-derived products in Texas, there's no sheriff in town. That's according to Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, who used to own a hemp farm, and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who's pushing for a ban to bring in line what they see as a Wild West for THC. Lounges, dispensaries and cafes vending cannabis and cannabis-based products continue to … [Read more...] about Wild West of THC: Texas hemp shops can sell weed and ‘no one’s gonna stop them,’ says Sid Miller
South African scientist talks about health benefits of medical cannabis in Manila visit
MANILA, Philippines — Globally renowned South African cannabis scientist and clinician Dr. Shiksha Gallow advocated for the legalization of medical cannabis in the Philippines, citing scientific evidence of its health benefits. Gallow led a press conference held at Solaire Resort and Casino last December 19 to speak on how medical cannabis has been aiding cases abroad. "The … [Read more...] about South African scientist talks about health benefits of medical cannabis in Manila visit
FLUENT Completes Acquisition of RIV Capital, Adding New York Operations to Footprint
Cansortium Inc., a vertically integrated, multistate cannabis company operating under the FLUENT brand, and RIV Capital Inc., a vertically integrated cannabis company operating the Etain brand in New York, are pleased to announce the completion of the previously announced arrangement with RIV Capital (the “transaction”), whereby FLUENT acquired all of the issued and outstanding … [Read more...] about FLUENT Completes Acquisition of RIV Capital, Adding New York Operations to Footprint
Sheriff identifies man arrested after 600 pounds of marijuana seized in Pontotoc County
PONTOTOC, Miss. (WTVA) — A traffic stop resulted in the seizure of 600 pounds of marijuana in Pontotoc County. This happened Sunday evening, Dec. 22 on Interstate 22, the Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department announced. Law enforcement officers pulled over a van for a traffic violation, the sheriff’s department announced, and found the marijuana and other narcotics — valued at … [Read more...] about Sheriff identifies man arrested after 600 pounds of marijuana seized in Pontotoc County
Third Circuit Affirms That New Jersey’s Cannabis Law Does Not Allow a Private Right of Action
On December 9, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit upheld the New Jersey district court’s previous ruling that there is no private right of action under New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act (“the Act”). Enacted in 2021, the Act not only legalized recreational marijuana use in New Jersey, but went a step … [Read more...] about Third Circuit Affirms That New Jersey’s Cannabis Law Does Not Allow a Private Right of Action
Marijuana MSO Standard Wellness secures $10 million loan
Help shape our annual “Diversity in Cannabis” special report by filling out our business survey here! Marijuana multistate operator Standard Wellness Holdings has secured a $10 million credit facility. The 10-year term loan, which amortizes over 20 years with a 9.25% interest rate, will support the Ohio-based company’s growth and operational expansion, according to a news … [Read more...] about Marijuana MSO Standard Wellness secures $10 million loan
