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Phoenix dispensary’s ‘Cheech & Chong’ prerolls recalled for fungus issue
by Zach Buchanan on March 18, 2026
Arizona weed products associated with JARS Cannabis were taken off shelves due to a possible contamination of Aspergillus.
Speakeasy Dispensary Offers Low-Cost Medical Cannabis Certification in Kentucky
by Cannabis Equipment News on March 18, 2026
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An Army Reservist Owns a Cannabis Dispensary. It May End His Career.
by Ashley Southall on March 18, 2026
Selling marijuana is strictly prohibited in the military. What that means for soldiers who own businesses is unclear.
Guide: Highly Rated Cannabis Dispensaries Near Albany
by Pamela Mahler on March 17, 2026
Canna-curious about where to find a dispensary near Albany? This guide features every licensed Albany cannabis dispensary for adults 21+.
Virginia to Launch Adult-Use Dispensary Sales in January 2027
by Tony Lange on March 16, 2026
State lawmakers agreed on the specifics of a cannabis sales bill, from the launch date to taxes, licensing fees, regulatory duties, and more.
Alabama Medical Marijuana Sales Near Launch After Years Of Delay
by Marijuana Moment on March 15, 2026
“There’s a part of me that my heart’s dancing because we are so much closer. So there’s more gratitude right now than anything.” By Anna Barrett, Alabama Reflector The Montgomery location of Callie’s Apothecary does not look like much. But standing on the concrete floors and surrounded by metal beams, owner Vince Schilleci described how
Louisville dispensary helps patients apply for medical cannabis cards at reduced cost
by Reyna Katko on March 15, 2026
A Louisville dispensary is helping people apply for medical marijuana cards at a discounted rate.
60 pounds of marijuana seized in Middletown smoke shop crackdown: Cops
by Richard Chumney on March 14, 2026
Police seized large amounts of marijuana and other THC-infused products during raids at three separate stores Tuesday, police said.
Medical marijuana dispensary coming to Talladega
by Rob Strickland Daily Home correspondent on March 13, 2026
An Ashland physician is one of only 9 doctors authorized to recommend medical cannabis for patients in Alabama, and Talladega will have one of the few dispensaries in the state.
New Texas THC rules could ban smokable hemp by March 31
by Faith Bugenhagen on March 12, 2026
New Texas health rules change how THC is measured in hemp products, a move that could effectively ban smokable hemp statewide.
Small businesses prepare for Ohio's hemp ban. ‘We’re the ones who suffer’
by , The Columbus Dispatch on March 12, 2026
Ohio CBD stores and breweries face an uncertain future as the state prepares to ban hemp and THC drinks.
‘Our market’s not fully rolled out’: Delaware retail weed sales fall far short of estimates, trail New Jersey and Maryland
by Cris Barrish on March 12, 2026
State officials contend the market will expand when new growers, manufacturers and retailers begin operating and prices become more competitive.
Colorado Weed Prices Reach a Sad New Low
by Thomas Mitchell on March 11, 2026
"The consumer largely doesn't care. They want big buds that are cheap and test high in THC."
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%
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.
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.
Boston Garden pot shop sued by TD Garden owner: "Never heard of anybody confusing us with the arena"
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.
Burlington County Girl Scouts told they can’t sell cookies outside marijuana dispensary
by News 12 - Default on March 6, 2026
A representative for the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey said that Girl Scouts are only allowed to set up booths outside businesses where they themselves can enter and purchase something.
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.

Anti-Cannabis Group SAM Says New York Weed Is Failing. The Data Says Otherwise.
by Rolando García on March 19, 2026 at 3:18 pm
SAM’s latest critique of legalization raises real policy questions, but several of its strongest claims overstate what the current evidence can actually show. The post Anti-Cannabis Group SAM Says New York Weed Is Failing. The Data Says Otherwise. first appeared on High Times.
AEW’s Marina Shafir Hits Hard, Smokes Weed, and Would Rather Talk About Family
by Jeff Siegel on March 18, 2026 at 4:34 pm
The AEW star gets candid about loss, love, life on the road, and the role cannabis has played in helping her stay grounded through it all. The post AEW’s Marina Shafir Hits Hard, Smokes Weed, and Would Rather Talk About Family first appeared on High Times.
Marijuana Reform Isn’t This White House’s Drug Policy Priority
by Javier Hasse on March 18, 2026 at 3:01 pm
Sara Carter, the former investigative journalist and Fox News contributor now serving as White House drug czar, has spent her early months emphasizing fentanyl, trafficking and addiction, not marijuana reform. Cannabis may still move through federal channels, but it is clearly not the part of drug policy this White House wants to lead with. The post Marijuana Reform Isn’t This White House’s Drug Policy Priority first appeared on High Times.
Cannabis Can Cost You Your Visa: Immigration Risks for Non-Citizens in the United States
by Coco Kesselman on March 18, 2026 at 2:12 pm
For non-U.S. citizens residing in the country, the consequences of cannabis use can be severe and even lead to deportation. Here's what you need to know. The post Cannabis Can Cost You Your Visa: Immigration Risks for Non-Citizens in the United States first appeared on High Times.
Is Weed ‘More Immoral’ than Abortion? Global Survey Ranks ‘Acceptable’ Behaviors
by Marian Venini on March 17, 2026 at 7:03 pm
A new survey conducted by Pew Research examined what is considered "morally acceptable" in 25 countries. Even though worldwide cannabis was largely considered unacceptable, that was not the case in the US. The post Is Weed ‘More Immoral’ than Abortion? Global Survey Ranks ‘Acceptable’ Behaviors first appeared on High Times.
The FDA Is Done Ignoring CBD. Its Free Ride May Be Over
by Javier Hasse on March 17, 2026 at 4:19 pm
After years of warning letters, shrugs and legal gray fog, the agency has quietly pushed a CBD compliance and enforcement policy into White House review. That matters. So does what we still don’t know. The post The FDA Is Done Ignoring CBD. Its Free Ride May Be Over first appeared on High Times.
How Weed Nuns Helped Shape Paul Thomas Anderson’s Oscar-Winning DiCaprio Epic
by Hernán Panessi on March 17, 2026 at 3:53 pm
When renowned US film director Paul Thomas Anderson visited the Sisters of the Valley (a.k.a. "The weed nuns") farm in California's Central Valley, he was stunned. The post How Weed Nuns Helped Shape Paul Thomas Anderson’s Oscar-Winning DiCaprio Epic first appeared on High Times.
Chile Under Kast: What the Hard Right Means for Cannabis
by Hernán Panessi on March 17, 2026 at 3:40 pm
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The Future of Cannabis Seeds: A Journey Back to the Roots
by High Times on March 17, 2026 at 3:04 am
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Weed at the Oscars: Luxury Cannabis, Cosmetic Surgeries and Prenups Inside the Nominees’ $350K Goodie Bags
by Marian Venini on March 16, 2026 at 7:46 pm
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Ohioans Fail to Protect Voter-Approved Cannabis Laws From Legislative Changes
by Tony Lange on March 19, 2026
The Ohioans for Cannabis Choice campaign did not collect enough signatures to land its proposed repeal referendum on the ballot.
Company’s proposal for 24-hour cannabis drive-thrus in Springfield hits pause
by Ryan Collins on March 19, 2026
Proposal for 24-hour cannabis dispensary drive-thrus in Springfield on hold as company reconfigures. Currently, drive-thrus can only operate from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
DEA admits legal cannabis isn't increasing youth use (Newsletter: March 19, 2026)
by Tom Angell on March 19, 2026
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Efforts to challenge OH cannabis law end
by wfmj.com on March 19, 2026
Ohioans for Cannabis Choice has ended its campaign to put a referendum for Senate Bill 56 on the ballot. The bill will go into effect as law on March 20.
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