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GOP Senator Dodges Question About Nebraska’s Exclusion From Medical Marijuana Protections At Federal Level

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March 9, 2026

[#item_full_content] “I’ll note at the federal level that marijuana is still a controlled substance.” By Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., sidestepped a question Wednesday about whether he would support adding Nebraska to a congressional list protecting state medical cannabis laws from federal interference after Congress left the state off the latest update GOP Senator Dodges Question About Nebraska's Exclusion From Medical Marijuana Protections At Federal Level Read More

Some NJ Girl Scouts ‘got in trouble’ with leaders for selling cookies at weed dispensary. But they aren’t the only enterprising troop
by Erin Keller on March 8, 2026
Troops across the United States have long set up booths in spots where they expect high footfall or a particularly cookie-hungry clientele, from shooting ranges to marijuana shops and bars. But where they are allowed to sell appears to depend on the state, Erin Keller finds
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."
Girl Scout troop's cookie booth outside Mount Laurel marijuana dispensary draws praise, criticism
by Amanda Pitts on March 6, 2026
A Girl Scout troop's idea to sell cookies outside of a Mount Laurel, New Jersey, marijuana dispensary has drawn both praise and criticism.
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.
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.
Marijuana stores cannot call themselves dispensaries, Michigan agency says
by FOX 2 Detroit on March 6, 2026
In addition to "dispensary," pot shops are also told they cannot call themselves pharmacies, apothecary, drugstore, medicine store or druggist.
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 Scout 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.
Alabama medical marijuana sales to launch this spring
by Margaret Jackson on March 5, 2026
Alabama MMJ cultivators have been licensed and operating since last year, but they’ve had nowhere to sell their product legally.
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.
L.A. marijuana dispensaries owe city $400 million in back taxes and fees, report says
by Jocelyn Fiset on March 5, 2026
Marijuana dispensaries in Los Angeles owe the city some $400 million in back taxes and fees, according to a report from the Office of Finance. A majority of the 700 licensed pot shops in the city c…
Girl Scout troop sets up shop at weed dispensary. Cookies are in high demand.
by Christopher Burch | NJ.com on March 5, 2026
“You use cannabis, you get the munchies," the dispensary's owner told NJ.com
7 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
by @gandernewsroom on March 4, 2026
Here’s what you might’ve missed over the last week in Michigan cannabis.
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
BELLAIRE – Born on April 20 – the unofficial marijuana holiday – The Holistic Cloud owner and operator and Bellaire Village Councilman Bill Schmitt was born to be in the hemp industry. He is currently collecting signatures for a petition to combat Senate Bill 56. Signed in January, Senate Bill 56 will revise medical and
DOJ defends cannabis user gun ban, even if rescheduling happens (Newsletter: February 23, 2026)
by Tom Angell on February 23, 2026
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Can Missouri growers 'gift' marijuana in exchange for donations? It's a legal gray area
by Aminah Jenkins on February 22, 2026
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
Michigan’s new cannabis tax went into effect at the start of the year, adding a 24% wholesale tax on top of a 16% sales tax. While this doesn’t mean consumers are faced with a 40% tax f…
Guide: Highly Rated Cannabis Dispensaries Near Albany
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.

Virginia Lawmakers Passed A Bill To Free Weed Prisoners. Now It’s Up To The Governor.
by Javier Hasse on March 9, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Virginia lawmakers have sent a marijuana resentencing bill to Gov. Abigail Spanberger, opening a path for people still incarcerated or under supervision for old cannabis convictions to get back in court. The post Virginia Lawmakers Passed A Bill To Free Weed Prisoners. Now It’s Up To The Governor. first appeared on High Times.
Superstar-Owned Soccer Club Fined… Because the Stadium Smelled Like Weed
by Marian Venini on March 9, 2026 at 5:24 pm
A first-division soccer club in Portugal owned by Vinivius JR. made headlines this weekend after being fined because of a strong weed smell coming from the stands. The post Superstar-Owned Soccer Club Fined… Because the Stadium Smelled Like Weed first appeared on High Times.
A Republican Weed CEO Wants To Be Governor. Can Cannabis Be His Bridge Issue?
by Bethan Rose Jenkins on March 9, 2026 at 1:03 pm
Duke Rodriguez runs Ultra Health and is running for governor of New Mexico as a Republican. In a moment when “rescheduling” is still only a federal directive, not a finished reality, he argues cannabis can shift from a partisan fight to a practical test of governance: rules people can follow, honest labeling, real oversight, and a legal market that can actually compete with the illicit one. The post A Republican Weed CEO Wants To Be Governor. Can Cannabis Be His Bridge Issue? first appeared on High Times.
From Fear to Obsession: Meet Highdro, the Serpentine Prophet Who Blends Rap, Weed & Reptiles
by Hernán Panessi on March 8, 2026 at 1:02 pm
Two sharp fangs pierce a thin layer of skin. There have been several bites throughout his life, but he still remembers that first one. “I’ll never forget it.” His muscles twitch in a chaotic melody, and in that sudden burst, far from terrifying him, something clicked in his brain. Was that what had been scaring The post From Fear to Obsession: Meet Highdro, the Serpentine Prophet Who Blends Rap, Weed & Reptiles first appeared on High Times.
Is Weed Messing With Your Sperm? Let’s Talk Science.
by Hernán Panessi 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
Brazil’s new cannabis framework brings domestic cultivation into the health system, reshaping patient access, THC oversight, and global policy. The post Brazil’s Cannabis Crossroads: New Rules, Old Truths, and the Road Ahead first appeared on High Times.

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Swansea's first cannabis dispensary faces foreclosure. What we know
by Emily Scherny on March 10, 2026
The property housing Swansea's first cannabis dispensary, Ignited Culture, faces foreclosure and will be auctioned on March 25.
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Pres. Trump rescheduling marijuana could finally lead to legalizing medical marijuana in Tennessee
by Chris Davis on March 9, 2026
President Donald Trump's push to reschedule marijuana is reigniting Tennessee's decade-long debate over legalizing medical cannabis. Why lawmakers say this time could finally be different.
Prominent Cannabis Company Accused of Illegal Sales
by Aaron Calvin on March 9, 2026
The owners of Forbins Finest were illegally growing cannabis at a Northfield home and selling it on the black market, according to regulators.
New state cannabis regulator discusses priorities
by David Lombardo on March 9, 2026
The acting head of the state Office of Cannabis Management discusses his short-term goals and addresses outstanding challenges.
Colorado considers cannabis tax hike amid declining sales
by Chris Roberts on March 9, 2026
Cannabis taxes would increase only slightly in Colorado under a proposal lawmakers want to present to voters, but it's unlikely to help sales.
Texas Officials Unveil Amended Hemp Rules With Strict 'Total THC' Limits But Lower Licensing Fee Than Previously Floated
by Kyle Jaeger on March 9, 2026
Texas officials have adopted a series of new rules for the state’s hemp market—with certain revisions that advocates and stakeholders call a “direct victory,” including changes to make participation in the industry more affordable, and other regulations that threaten to severely restrict product availability. The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) unveiled the amended hemp
Cannabis vapes now outselling flower in California – thanks to Gen Z
by Margaret Jackson on March 9, 2026
The shift is being fueled primarily by Gen Z, the first generation to prefer vape pens over other cannabis products.

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