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by Marijuana Moment on July 6, 2025
All seven medical marijuana operators have converted to adult-use cannabis sales, with over 10 locations, which will be up and running in August. By Brianna Hill, Spotlight Delaware Delaware will begin recreational marijuana sales on August 1, state officials announced Tuesday, putting the first definitive date on the start of a long-awaited rollout for the
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by Marijuana Moment on July 5, 2025
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Gov. Greg Abbott’s veto of Senate Bill 3 means dispensaries can keep their doors open — for now. Their future now hinges on a special session this month.
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by Zsombor Peter on July 2, 2025
Government says decriminalisation fueled social ills, but producers argue new rules will only push industry underground.
White Earth Nation opens cannabis dispensary in St. Cloud with plans for more across state
by Jason Rantala on July 2, 2025
St. Cloud cannabis dispensary opens to eager customers
by Mathew Holding Eagle III on July 2, 2025
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Several ancient societies burned hemp during funeral ceremonies. What better way to part with the dead than by getting hella faded? The post A Brief History of Getting High first appeared on High Times.
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Thailand Ends Recreational Cannabis Era: Prescription-Only Rule Takes Hold Amid Political Ouster
by Camila Berriex on July 4, 2025 at 7:06 pm
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A Sign of the Times: The Evolution of Cannabis in Film
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Blüm Holdings Signs $5M Agreement to Acquire Northern California Cannabis Dispensary
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AYR Wellness Misses Interest Payment on Outstanding Senior Notes
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Cannabist Cultivation Workers Ratify 1st Union Contract in New Jersey
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The cannabis workers in Vineland voted to accept their contract with UFCW Local 152 after first deciding to organize nearly three years ago.
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Trulieve Announces Registration Statement Filing
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Nebraska Governor Approves Emergency Regulations for Medical Cannabis Market
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New York Recalls 28 Cannabis Products With Materials Sourced From Out of State
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UFCW Local 152 members at the Columbia Care cannabis cultivation facility in Vineland ratified their first union contract.
KY medical marijuana companies file lawsuit claiming program rollout is unconstitutional
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