In November Ohioans voted to make the recreational use of marijuana legal. By a margin of 57% to 43% Ohio voters decided reforming the laws to legalize, regulate and tax the use of cannabis was in their best interests. Ohio is the 24th state to make the recreational use of marijuana legal. Thirty-eight states allow its use for medical purposes. On the federal level, cannabis … [Read more...] about Cannabis Business Growing in Other Countries Too
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine wants to ban ‘intoxicating hemp’ after marijuana legalization
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Gov. Mike DeWine on Friday called on lawmakers to ban a product closely related to marijuana, but unregulated for years in the state of Ohio. While answering a question related to House Bill 68, the governor pivoted to an unrelated topic: what he calls “intoxicating hemp.” Rather than add regulations like DeWine wants for state-legalized marijuana, he … [Read more...] about Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine wants to ban ‘intoxicating hemp’ after marijuana legalization
Adults can now legally possess and grow marijuana in Ohio — but there’s nowhere to buy it
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohioans woke up Thursday in a land of recreational marijuana limbo, in which adults can legally grow and possess cannabis at home, but cannot legally buy it. That combination of factors related to a citizen-initiated statue voters approved in November “is a recipe for disaster,” Republican Gov. Mike DeWine said Wednesday night. He urged passage of a … [Read more...] about Adults can now legally possess and grow marijuana in Ohio — but there’s nowhere to buy it
Is smoking pot unhealthy? Can you OD? Doctors answer questions about marijuana use
It will soon be legal to possess, grow and eventually buy marijuana in Ohio following the passage of Issue 2 in November. With the passage of Issue 2 in November, it will soon be legal to possess, grow and eventually purchase marijuana. Marijuana won't be sold in retail stores until months after the law takes effect Dec. 7. But use and possession among adults becomes legal … [Read more...] about Is smoking pot unhealthy? Can you OD? Doctors answer questions about marijuana use
Local history: Akron experienced reefer madness in 20th century
Akron police take a closer look at marijuana plants grown at the downtown station in 1951. Pictured are Patrolman Paul Yecs, Patrolman Florian Smole, Lt. Cletus McGuckin and Sgt. George Mullen. Smole grew the plants to help officers better identify them. Our ancestors would be in total disbelief. Ohio has voted to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use? All they ever … [Read more...] about Local history: Akron experienced reefer madness in 20th century
Cannabis retail workers in Ohio and Utah join unions
Labor unions are continuing to expand their marijuana industry membership, this time at medical cannabis dispensaries in Ohio and Utah. Budtenders at Strawberry Fields dispensary in Columbus, Ohio, recently voted to join Teamsters Local 413. According to a news release, 95% of Strawberry Fields’ eligible employees will participate, making them the first cannabis workers in … [Read more...] about Cannabis retail workers in Ohio and Utah join unions
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calls on legislators to modify recreational marijuana law before it goes into effect
After Ohio Issue 2 passed on Tuesday, DeWine wants to make sure various protections are put in place before recreational marijuana becomes legalized on Dec. 7. H/Y: www.wkyc.com You can view the news feed of Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calling on legislators to modify recreational marijuana law before it goes into effect … [Read more...] about Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calls on legislators to modify recreational marijuana law before it goes into effect
Ohio just legalized cannabis. Now comes the hard part
Ohio certainly wasn’t the first state to legalize recreational cannabis — 23 other states have done so since 2012 — but the Buckeye State’s arrival on that list could ultimately be quite consequential for the growing industry. Ohio voters’ approval of a legalization measure on Tuesday comes just months after cannabis saw some of its most significant movements at the federal … [Read more...] about Ohio just legalized cannabis. Now comes the hard part
Ohio Becomes 24th State To Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis
Last evening, voters in Ohio approved a ballot proposal, Issue 2, to legalize adult-use cannabis, trouncing voters in opposition to the measure. Last night’s outcome makes Ohio the 24th state to allow adult-cannabis, 14 of which have done so by way of a public vote. Per the new legislation, adults ages 21 and up can legally buy and possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and grow … [Read more...] about Ohio Becomes 24th State To Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis
Cleveland School of Cannabis Teaches Students How to Work in the Marijuana Industry
INDEPENDENCE, OH — OCTOBER 30: The Cleveland School of Cannabis logo outside their offices where they prepare students for jobs in hemp, medical marijuana and the potential new market of legalized recreational marijuana in Ohio, October 30, 2023, at the Cleveland School of Cannabis in Independence, Ohio. Like most colleges, posters and artwork line the hallways at the Cleveland … [Read more...] about Cleveland School of Cannabis Teaches Students How to Work in the Marijuana Industry
