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Pot Shop News™ Issue #009
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Issue #009 covers cannabis drive-thrus, federal rescheduling, inspection readiness, testing and quality, workforce development, careers and Jointalism™.
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Affinity Grow approved for expansion into retail cannabis...
by Steven Goode on October 25, 2026The business would use the site’s existing space, parking, security systems and other infrastructure.
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Pot Inc. is more than meets the red eye — the legal...
by Charles Gasparino on October 25, 2026Legal marijuana is a $50 billion industry that is only going to get bigger now that the feds made marijuana a Schedule 3 drug that can be prescribed by doctors.
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Cannabis company opens third Tri-State dispensary
by Hailey Roden, Cincinnati Business Courier on October 25, 2026The dispensary represents a roughly $1.5 million investment for the company.
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Missouri Doesn't Need More Marijuana Business Licenses,...
by Marijuana Moment on October 24, 2026“Ownership-based analyses would provide a more comprehensive assessment of market structure by evaluating concentration across common ownership groups.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent Missouri regulators say the state doesn’t need to issue more licenses to grow, manufacture or sell marijuana because the legal cannabis market is meeting […]
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Question 8 supporters push Ohio study in push to overturn...
by Diti Kohli on October 24, 2026Experts say there is so little research into THC-impaired driving that it’s “impossible” to conclude what the impact of legal weed is on Massachusetts’ roads.
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Chinese cannabis genomes reveal five regional genetic...
by BIOENGINEER.ORG on October 25, 2026Whole-genome analysis of 271 Chinese cannabis accessions identified extensive variation, five genetic clusters and a candidate gene associated with CBD content.
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Hurdles remain for Seniors turning to medical cannabis for...
by Quincy Irvin on October 25, 2026As more older adults turn to medical cannabis for relief from chronic pain and dementia-related agitation, many continue to run into roadblocks, including hesitant doctors, missing insurance coverage, and persistent social stigma.
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Harvard Researcher Reports Promising Early CBD Findings for...
by Anthony Martinelli on October 24, 2026Early clinical research involving CBD has produced encouraging findings for women experiencing endometriosis pain, menstrual symptoms and anxiety, according to results presented October 22 by … Continue reading
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Popular Sleep Supplement Could Come With an Unexpected...
by Juan Martinez on October 24, 2026A cannabis compound sold to help people sleep caused withdrawal symptoms in mice after just three days of repeated use. Researchers at the University of Connecticut found that repeated doses of cannabinol, or CBN, produced tolerance and withdrawal symptoms in mice. The study, published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence, raises questions about a substance whose
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Feds say Virginia senator, 82, ran a $5M weed enterprise...
by Peace Longe on October 24, 2026Federal prosecutors allege State Senator L. Louise Lucas ran cannabis shops as fronts for illegal marijuana sales and raked in millions.
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Crossbow, cannabis and gunpowder chemicals seized in Kurri...
by https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/profile/407/madeline-link/ on October 26, 2026A 42-year-old man was arrested at Kurri Kurri.
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62yr old Grandma imports 9.45kg cannabis into Nigeria
by @NigNewsDirect on October 26, 2026...as Operatives nab physically challenged lady in Delta, recovers tons of illicit drug consignments A 62-year-old Nigerian-American grandmother, Anetor Gloria Ubong has…
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Cannabis-laced pills worth Rs 12.67 cr seized in Vapi
by Ahmedabad Mirror on October 26, 2026Cannabis-laced pills worth Rs 12.67 cr seized in Vapi
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Driver arrested for drug driving at Kilkenny checkpoint
by By The Newsroom on October 25, 2026The driver was arrested after testing positive for cocaine and cannabis at a checkpoint on the Kilkenny Ring Road.
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Rifles and Meth in Car, Man Charged in Eagan Stop
by MN CRIME STAFF on October 25, 2026A police stop for a minor traffic violation in Eagan led officers to recover methamphetamine, multiple rifles and bags of cannabis from a vehicle, according to the complaint.
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Inside Gandaki’s new cannabis law: Who can grow it,...
by @kathmandupost on October 25, 2026The legislation opens the door to medicinal and industrial cannabis cultivation under a rigorous licensing regime while keeping recreational use and unauthorised cultivation illegal.
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Opinion: Open dialogue, education can change cannabis...
by @dailybruin on October 24, 2026This post was updated Feb. 5 at 7:07 p.m. We pride ourselves on curiosity, questioning mindsets, breaking stereotypes and expanding knowledge at UCLA. Yet one topic is often left in a cloud of haze: cannabis use and its role in higher education.
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NJ Dispensary Takeover Cannabis Convention Held in Atlantic...
by Dan Ulloa on October 23, 2026The NJ Dispensary Takeover cannabis convention recently held at the Showboat Hotel in Atlantic City had an impressive turnout.
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Cultura Con Fuego Returns to Celebrate Latin Culture,...
by Heady NJ Staff on October 19, 2026Cultura Con Fuego returns Thursday, October 22nd to The Lobby NJ with more brands, live experiences, and a bigger night for Latin Heritage Month.
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MP Police bust illegal cannabis cultivation in Neemuch,...
by The Hawk on October 18, 2026Madhya Pradesh Police crack down on illegal cannabis cultivation, seizing over 52,000 plants worth Rs 5.89 crore in Neemuch and Dhar districts.
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Edible Marijuana Poisoning in Children
by UPMC | Life Changing Medicine on October 25, 2026The number of marijuana edible exposures in children increased drastically in recent years. Consuming edibles can have dangerous effects on kids. Learn more.
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Edible Marijuana Dangers: How Parents Can Prevent THC...
by HealthyChildren.org on October 23, 2026It's important for parents understand how edible marijuana products are packaged, the amount of THC they contain, how the drug is absorbed in the body and what to do when a child accidentally eats them. Learn more here.
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Cannabis Edibles Impair Driving Below Legal THC Thresholds,...
by Pearl Steinzor on October 23, 2026A randomized crossover trial found dose-dependent driving impairment from THC edibles at blood concentrations below common per se limits.
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Hidden driving danger when edible cannabis and alcohol mix
by ScienceDaily on October 22, 2026Using cannabis edibles and alcohol together may make drivers far more impaired than either substance alone, according to new research from Johns Hopkins. Even more concerning, common field sobriety tests often failed to detect the cannabis-related impairment.
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State-Funded Illinois Study Finds 26% of Tested Hemp...
by Anthony Martinelli on October 19, 2026A state-funded Illinois study involving laboratory testing of 527 hemp products found that 26% of non-CBD edibles contained more than 10 milligrams of delta-9 THC … Continue reading
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New Rules For California Employers Testing for Marijuana...
by Adelyn Vigran on October 24, 2026New Rules For California Employers Testing for Marijuana Use Are Approaching Fast
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Cannabis Jobs Update
by Staff on October 2, 2026Explore the latest cannabis jobs in Canada for October 2026. Browse new career opportunities in retail, cultivation, production, and management across the country.
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Mass. marijuana industry employs nearly 18,000 people....
by Auzzy Byrdsell on September 25, 2026Workers worry about losing their jobs if voters kill their industry in November.
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Cannabis licensees in New York pay above-average wages, new...
by mmjdaily.com on September 23, 2026Despite facing significant structural challenges, New York's cannabis licensees already pay higher-than-average wages and devote a substantial share of gross revenue to labor costs, according…
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Survey finds NY cannabis jobs pay more than other sectors
by Brendan J. Lyons on September 21, 2026The survey by FTI Consulting was sponsored by an association of cannabis industry stakeholders who say a minimum wage could imperil their already struggling businesses.
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US-Based Grandmother Arrested With 9.45kg Of Cannabis
by Gbenga-Ojo NICHOLAS on October 25, 2026A 62-year-old Nigerian-American grandmother and a 34-year-old South African woman have been arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)
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Ayotte, Warmington spar over school funding and marijuana...
by Kevin Landrigan on October 23, 2026Kelly Ayotte and Cinde Warmington clashed over data centers, school funding, housing and marijuana legalization in their second debate, with two more debates sc...
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Connecticut’s Legal Cannabis Market Has a Trump Problem
by Lou Rinaldi on October 23, 2026A Connecticut cannabis consumer can walk into a dispensary, buy a product from a company that has never appeared in a political headline, and still help support a supply chain
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Talarico Wants To Partner With Trump On Legalizing...
by Tom Angell on October 23, 2026James Talarico, the Democratic candidate running to represent Texas in the U.S. Senate in next month’s elections, says he wants to team up with President Donald Trump to federally legalize marijuana next year if he wins the seat—arguing that cannabis use is “a crime that doesn’t hurt anybody.” Asked on MS NOW what he could
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New Hampshire GOP Governor And Democratic Challenger Clash...
by Tom Angell on October 23, 2026New Hampshire’s Republican governor and the Democratic candidate running to unseat her in next month’s elections highlighted their opposing views on marijuana legalization at a debate on Thursday. “I oppose the legalization of cannabis in this state,” Gov. Kelly Ayotte (R) said. “When I think about children, they’re the top of my mind. The […]
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Extreme heat is sending more people to the emergency room
by The Associated Press on August 27, 2026A Northwestern study of nearly 1 million Chicago ER visits found hot days spike gunshot wounds, kidney problems and even mental health issues.
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Cannabis Use Linked to Earlier Psychosis Onset
by August 26, 2026 August 26, 2026 on August 26, 2026Cannabis users experience psychosis onset 2.5 years earlier on average compared with non-users, a meta-analysis shows.
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Oldest evidence of marijuana use discovered in...
by newsfromscience on August 25, 2026THC levels in braziers show mourners along the ancient Silk Road inhaled
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Cannabis Inhalation Linked to Less Cardiac Ectopy in...
by Brian Ellis on August 24, 2026Adults without a history of cardiac arrhythmias have less cardiac ectopy on days they were randomly assigned to inhale cannabis than on days they abstained.
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News at a glance: Antibioticmaking clams, marijuana for...
by newsfromscience on August 24, 2026The latest in science and policy
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