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Boston’s TD Garden owners suing nearby weed dispensary ‘The Boston Garden’ in trademark claim
by Harry Cockburn on March 10, 2026
Boston Garden stadium closed in 1995, was demolished in 1998, and its successor was named TD Garden
Eliminating Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry would be 'death blow,' costly to state
by Emma Murphy of Oklahoma Voice on March 10, 2026
During his State of the State address last month, Gov. Kevin Stitt called on lawmakers to send a ballot measure back to voters that would make medical marijuana illegal and shut down the industry.
TD Garden owner sues Boston-area pot shop with similar name for trademark violation
by Neal Riley on March 9, 2026
Is medical marijuana on its way to Alabama? First dispensary set to open soon
by Anna Barrett,Alabama Reflector on March 9, 2026
The first place in Alabama one can purchase legal medical cannabis might be open soon.
Eliminating Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry would be ‘death blow,’ costly to state
by Emma Murphy on March 9, 2026
In the months after Oklahoma voters legalized medical marijuana, Mike Khemmoro and his business partner poured their life’s savings into founding a thriving business that has grown to 10 locations.
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.
Michigan regulators tell marijuana shops to stop using dispensary label
by Beth LeBlanc on March 6, 2026
Michigan regulators are asking marijuana retailers and provisioning centers to stop referring to themselves as dispensaries. Here's why:
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.

Colombian President Says ‘Weed Was for Protest, Cocaine Is the Drug of Capital’
by Marian Venini on March 10, 2026 at 7:23 pm
Colombian President Gustavo Petro appeared before the UN, where he firmly criticized outdated anti-drug policies (such as cannabis prohibition) and proposed alternatives to state violence. The post Colombian President Says ‘Weed Was for Protest, Cocaine Is the Drug of Capital’ first appeared on High Times.
Before Weed Learned To Fake Female Empowerment, Harlee Case Made It Real. Now She’s Giving It A Soundtrack.
by Javier Hasse on March 10, 2026 at 7:20 pm
Before New Constellations started turning heads with dreamy synth-pop and soft-focus heat, Harlee Case was already building a different kind of scene in Portland: femme, weird, welcoming, and very, very stoned. The post Before Weed Learned To Fake Female Empowerment, Harlee Case Made It Real. Now She’s Giving It A Soundtrack. first appeared on High Times.
New High Times Documentary Explores the Blunt’s Next Chapter
by High Times on March 10, 2026 at 7:10 pm
In High Times’ new documentary on Rove, one of cannabis culture’s most enduring rituals gets rebuilt through craft, consistency and modern product design. The post New High Times Documentary Explores the Blunt’s Next Chapter first appeared on High Times.
Censored Everywhere, Cinematic Anyway: The New Weed Ad Playbook
by Javier Hasse on March 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm
The best weed ads don’t feel like ads anymore. They feel like content built to survive the algorithm and earn the repost. The post Censored Everywhere, Cinematic Anyway: The New Weed Ad Playbook first appeared on High Times.
I Was a Cop Who Enforced Marijuana Laws. Now I’m Speaking Out.
by Ewan Mercer on March 10, 2026 at 2:00 pm
A former Virginia cop reflects on enforcing marijuana laws, racial disparities, and the guilt that followed legalization. The post I Was a Cop Who Enforced Marijuana Laws. Now I’m Speaking Out. first appeared on High Times.
They Took His Weed. The Court Said They Couldn’t. Now His Own Tribe Won’t Give It Back.
by Rolando García on March 10, 2026 at 1:03 pm
A Minnesota appeals court just ruled the state had no jurisdiction to prosecute an Ojibwe man for cannabis on his own reservation. The decision draws on 40 years of sovereignty law. But the case’s most uncomfortable question isn’t about the state—it’s about the tribe. The post They Took His Weed. The Court Said They Couldn’t. Now His Own Tribe Won’t Give It Back. first appeared on High Times.
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.

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Florida cannabis legalization measure blocked from 2026 ballot (Newsletter: March 11, 2026)
by Tom Angell on March 11, 2026
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Texas ban on selling smokable cannabis takes effect March 31
by Nathan Bernier on March 11, 2026
New state rules change how THC levels are calculated and raise fees on hemp businesses by as much as 4,000%
Tennessee Lawmakers Relaunch ‘Pot For Potholes’ Campaign To Legalize Cannabis
by Dario Sabaghi on March 11, 2026
Lawmakers in Tennessee are trying again to legalize the recreational use of cannabis in the state, relaunching a 'Pot for Potholes' campaign.
Weed prices in Massachusetts have plummeted. What's next?
by Bryan Hecht on March 11, 2026
While consumers are happy, low prices have launched the industry into turmoil.
First ‘craft cannabis’ products hit recreational dispensaries in Minnesota
by Nicole Ki on March 11, 2026
Minnesota’s “craft cannabis” market is starting to take shape as the first few products from small, independent producers make it to dispensary shelves. But producers say testing is proving to be the biggest obstacle.
Armentano: Excessive cannabis taxes fuel illicit market
by Paul Armentano on March 11, 2026
Excessive taxation doesn’t discourage consumers from obtaining cannabis, but it does discourage consumers from purchasing state-legal cannabis from regulated markets.
Local La Pine cannabis store gains local recognition
by Spencer Sacks on March 11, 2026
La Pine, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A local cannabis shop in La Pine has earned significant recognition from Lapine Parks and Recreation, receiving the prestigious Silver Partner award for their support of the "Music in the Pines" event. The accolade, which includes a $2,500 cash prize, highlights the community's appreciation for H.D. Botanical's contributions.
Limited doctors, long drives for medical cannabis patients
by Peyton Newman on March 11, 2026
Medical cannabis will roll out by the end of April, but accessing it may be challenging.

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