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Former Congressman And Alcohol Stakeholders Push For Hemp THC Regulations Over Prohibition As Federal Ban Looms

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March 2, 2026

[#item_full_content] Hemp and alcohol industry stakeholders are on full alert amid a pending ban on hemp THC products—including increasingly popular cannabinoid beverages—and a former Democratic congressman who owns a major alcohol company is looking for solutions. At Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America’s (WSWA) recent Access LIVE 2026 event in Las Vegas, which brought together top Former Congressman And Alcohol Stakeholders Push For Hemp THC Regulations Over Prohibition As Federal Ban Looms Read More

One of Colorado’s Largest Dispensary Chains Agrees to Buyout
by Thomas Mitchell on March 6, 2026
The buyers expect Colorado's cannabis market will "continue to consolidate over time."
Lawmakers strike down bill capping THC levels in Oregon’s cannabis edibles
by Jashayla Pettigrew on March 6, 2026
The proposal aimed to prevent children from accidentally consuming edibles and experiencing cannabis poisoning.
Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop
by Fox News on March 6, 2026
Cookie sales by Girl Scouts soared outside a New Jersey marijuana dispensary, where a troop set up shop last month — but Girl Scouts leadership was said to be unhappy about the move.
Licensing fight continues between marijuana dispensary and city of Menominee, Michigan
by Brian Kerhin, FOX 11 News on March 5, 2026
Puff Cannabis argues it should have been allowed to open last year, but Menominee did not issue a license as it should have. The city disagrees.
Munchies meet Girl Scout cookies at Mount Laurel dispensary
by Kylie Moore on March 5, 2026
In Mount Laurel, a Girl Scout troop is selling cookies outside Daylite Dispensary, blending sweet treats with cannabis culture. It's a tasty partnership that's catching attention in New Jersey.
Michigan to distribute marijuana tax revenue: What your city will get
by , Detroit Free Press on March 5, 2026
Michigan municipalities that allow marijuana dispensaries are set to receive their annual portion of tax revenue collected from cannabis sales.
They Helped Her Open a Weed Shop. Now They’re Suing for $2.5 Million.
by Ashley Southall on March 5, 2026
A dispute between the nonprofit Housing Works and the owner of a cannabis dispensary shows the risks for businesses in an industry that is locked out of traditional financing and resources.
The Wait is Over: Medical Cannabis set to roll out in April
by Peyton Newman on March 5, 2026
Medical cannabis in Alabama will hit dispensary shelves in a matter of weeks and be available for qualified patients.
Lakewood adding another cannabis dispensary
by Brian Koster on March 5, 2026
A new cannabis dispensary is preparing to open in Lakewood, according to the company’s website.
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Michigan tourist town that turned into Weed City, USA pushes back on pot
by https://www.facebook.com/* on March 4, 2026
The small Michigan community on the Indiana border is staging a pivot on legal cannabis sales, as the township has become overrun with dispensaries.
Commission questions fairness of security requirements at a Costa Mesa cannabis dispensary
by Eric Licas on March 2, 2026
The cannabis business Native Garden, open since March 2025, successfully applied to the Costa Mesa Planning Commission to ease restrictions that had been placed on it, noting other such businesses are not held to the same operating hours.
Another Pennsylvania medical cannabis dispensary goes on strike
by Chris Roberts on February 28, 2026
Workers at a Cresco Labs-operated Sunnyside medical marijuana dispensary walked off the job on Thursday after a record stoppage last fall.
Workers on strike at marijuana dispensary in Wyomissing
by WFMZ-TV on February 27, 2026
Workers at a marijuana dispensary in Berks County are on strike.
Major Colorado Cannabis Retailer Sued Over Six-Figure Bill
by Thomas Mitchell on February 26, 2026
The Green Solution and Medicine Man, two of the state's oldest dispensary chains, are owned by a national corporation.
Cannabis gummies sold by an Ohio dispensary were recalled. What to know
by Shahid Meighan on February 25, 2026
The Division of Cannabis Control issued the recall for cannabis gummies manufactured Marichron Pharma, LLC.
Should cannabis stores be open 24/7?
by Margaret Jackson on February 24, 2026
Kansas City, Missouri, officials are considering allowing marijuana retail stores to operate 24/7.
Cannabis shop owner pushes to end restriction of marijuana laws
by The Times Leader on February 24, 2026
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by Tom Angell on February 23, 2026
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Some marijuana growers in Missouri “gift” their product in exchange for donations. It's a practice that exists in a legal gray area created by a single clause in Missouri’s Constitution: Adults 21 and older may gift up to 3 ounces of cannabis to another adult “without consideration.”
Michigan’s marijuana wholesale tax puts pressure on small dispensaries
by Maxine McCullough on February 21, 2026
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by Pamela Mahler on February 20, 2026
Canna-curious about where to find a dispensary near Albany? This guide features every licensed Albany cannabis dispensary for adults 21+.
Plans for Merriman Valley weed dispensary challenged in court
by Doug Brown on February 19, 2026
The complaint is the latest in a so far unsuccessful opposition effort to the proposed legal dispensary in the long-vacant CVS property.
Federal hemp ban leaves Minnesota THC sellers in limbo
by Harshawn Ratanpal on February 18, 2026
Minnesota already regulates hemp edibles, but it's unclear what Congress’ new cannabis rules mean for the state. That’s creating uncertainty for businesses that sell other hemp-derived beverages and other products.
Ellsworth denies license for medical cannabis chain with contaminated products
by Sabrina Martin on February 18, 2026
MarijuanaVille, which is one of the state’s largest medical marijuana chains, has already purchased Boss Lady Genetics but needs a local license.
Beezwax THC Dispensary opens in downtown Moorhead
by David Olson,Hunter Schwartz on February 18, 2026
The brand plans to open at least one additional store in Moorhead.
Kentucky medical cannabis advocates hope to see decrease in prices, more accessibility
by Samantha Condra on February 17, 2026
Kentucky's medical cannabis law went into effect over a year ago and thousands of medical cards have been issued, but it took several months after that for dispensaries to open.
Beezwax THC Dispensary opens in Moorhead
by Anna Ballweber on February 17, 2026
Beezwax THC Dispensary is located at 423 Main Ave. and offers several products including flower, edibles, vapes and more.
Missouri Sues Dispensary Selling Unregulated THC Products
by Cannabis Equipment News on February 16, 2026
The state is seeking civil penalties and injunctive relief.
Plano dispensary now offers medical marijuana onsite
by Miriam Fauzia on February 14, 2026
Texas dispensaries can now store and deliver medical marijuana under the expansion of the state’s Compassionate Use Program.

Is Weed Messing With Your Sperm? Let’s Talk Science.
by Marian Venini on March 7, 2026 at 4:36 pm
We don’t talk enough about sperm. Male reproductive cells rarely come up in everyday conversation (of course, it’s not a topic for the family dinner table with Grandma, but it definitely should be addressed with the seriousness it deserves), and as a result, men rarely dare to open up about it with their doctors. Is The post Is Weed Messing With Your Sperm? Let’s Talk Science. first appeared on High Times.
Meet The Blunt for People Who Think Most Blunts Are Weak
by Javier Hasse on March 6, 2026 at 7:55 pm
The new 2-gram Ice Packs Blunts are loaded with rosin, diamonds, hash, and a glass tip. More importantly, they come from a brand that usually does something rare in cannabis: it delivers. The post Meet The Blunt for People Who Think Most Blunts Are Weak first appeared on High Times.
Teens Didn’t Just Discover Weed. So Why Is The Wall St. Journal Acting Like They Did?
by Javier Hasse on March 6, 2026 at 6:02 pm
Students sneaking substances at school is nothing new. What’s new is blaming legal weed for a behavior high schools have been dealing with forever, despite data showing teen cannabis use is down. The post Teens Didn’t Just Discover Weed. So Why Is The Wall St. Journal Acting Like They Did? first appeared on High Times.
The New York Times Calls It a ‘Marijuana Problem.’ ‘South America’s WSJ’ Calls It an Economy. That’s the Tell
by Javier Hasse on March 6, 2026 at 3:40 pm
While U.S. legacy outlets recycle moral panic, South America’s business establishment is already treating cannabis like a real market, and demanding rules that actually work. The post The New York Times Calls It a ‘Marijuana Problem.’ ‘South America’s WSJ’ Calls It an Economy. That’s the Tell first appeared on High Times.
How a Bronx Chef Built the First Licensed Dispensary in the Hamptons
by Gregory Frye on March 6, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Chef Marquis Hayes built Brown Budda, the first licensed dispensary in the Hamptons and the only Black-owned cannabis retailer on Long Island. The post How a Bronx Chef Built the First Licensed Dispensary in the Hamptons first appeared on High Times.
Brazil’s Cannabis Crossroads: New Rules, Old Truths, and the Road Ahead
by Bob Hoban on March 6, 2026 at 1:45 pm
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Colombia’s First Specialized Medical Cannabis Pharmacy Opens In Medellín: Inside Green Marketplace
by Javier Hasse on March 5, 2026 at 5:50 pm
Green Marketplace Pharmacy has opened in Medellín as Colombia’s first specialized medical cannabis pharmacy, with prescription-based dispensing and traceability. The post Colombia’s First Specialized Medical Cannabis Pharmacy Opens In Medellín: Inside Green Marketplace first appeared on High Times.
As New Jersey Cannabis Matures, Beth Conway Builds Community
by Kyle Rosner on March 5, 2026 at 5:00 pm
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Can You Drive the Next Morning After Weed? Study Finds No Significant Impairment 12–15 Hours Later in Frequent Users
by Javier Hasse on March 5, 2026 at 4:03 pm
Researchers tested frequent cannabis users 12–15 hours after smoking and found no significant differences in simulator performance versus non-users, even with THC still present. The post Can You Drive the Next Morning After Weed? Study Finds No Significant Impairment 12–15 Hours Later in Frequent Users first appeared on High Times.
Virginia’s 139–0 Vote Makes Medical Cannabis Easier to Get, Delivered, and Easier to Read
by Javier Hasse on March 5, 2026 at 3:54 pm
In a rare unanimous vote, Virginia lawmakers approved clearer medical cannabis labels and officially allowed deliveries to patients’ homes. The post Virginia’s 139–0 Vote Makes Medical Cannabis Easier to Get, Delivered, and Easier to Read first appeared on High Times.

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Bemidji Chamber Ambassadors welcome Coconut Cannabis
by Pioneer Staff Report on March 7, 2026
Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors recently congratulated Jeff and Janelle Hill on the opening of Coconut Cannabis, located at 13371 Irvine Ave NW.
As a Medical Cannabis Patient, I’m Watching This Supreme Court Case Closely
by Barbi Bad Elk on March 7, 2026
"Like many medical cannabis patients, I live a normal and productive life while managing chronic medical conditions. But under federal law, that medicine can cost me a constitutional right."
2026 Utah legislature on cannabis, psychedelics and kratom
by Ben Winslow on March 7, 2026
Remember when this was controversial? House Minority Whip Jennifer Dailey-Provost’s latest bill tweaking Utah’s medical cannabis program
Branford industrial site sold, to become cannabis growing operation
by Mark Zaretsky on March 7, 2026
The operator currently has cannabis operations in Massachusetts and Maine.
Kentucky bill would change how alcohol, cannabis beverages are taxed
by Madison Carmouche-Soward on March 7, 2026
House Bill 9 would impose a 4% state retail regulatory license fee on all sales of alcoholic beverages and cannabis-infused beverages to consumers by retailers.
Kids as young as 11 being treated for cannabis use disorder, Children's National Hospital says
by Aimee Cho on March 7, 2026
Doctors at Children’s National Hospital are reporting a spike in kids needing treatment for cannabis use disorder. Children as young as 11 years old are receiving help. When asked how they’re getting access to cannabis products such as vape cartridges, often the young patients’ reply is “It’s easy.” Kids report they either buy the products or get them from friends….
Mom’s homemade medical cannabis recipe now being sold at Georgia dispensaries
by Chelsea Beimfohr on March 6, 2026
A Georgia mother now has a medical cannabis oil for sale on dispensary shelves.
Pediatricians warn about cannabis use disorder, kids' easy access to the drug
by Aimee Cho on March 6, 2026
Young patients are telling doctors at Children’s National Hospital that it’s easy to access cannabis products. Doctors say they’ve seen an increase in young people with cannabis use disorder, a severe mental health condition with no medication to treat its symptoms. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.

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