Anthony Martinelli is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. He previously founded and served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com, a cannabis news site he launched in 2011 and sold in 2019. He has also worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. Anthony can be reached at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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Alberta to Eliminate Early Payment Fee for Cannabis Producers Starting April 1
Alberta’s government has announced it will eliminate the early payment fee charged to cannabis producers, with the change taking effect April 1, 2026.
Pennsylvania Poll: Strong Majority of Registered Voters Support Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
A new Quinnipiac University poll finds that a clear majority of Pennsylvania voters support legalizing recreational marijuana for adults, adding fresh data to the ongoing debate over whether the state should move forward with reform.
Kentucky Lawmakers File Resolution Urging Congress to Protect Gun Rights for Medical Marijuana Patients
A resolution filed today in the Kentucky Senate calls on Congress to amend federal law so medical marijuana patients are not barred from purchasing or possessing firearms.
Bipartisan Michigan Bill Would Repeal 24% Wholesale Marijuana Tax
Bipartisan legislation introduced today in the Michigan Senate would repeal the state’s newly enacted 24% wholesale marijuana tax that was created to help fund road repairs.
University of New England Launches Online Marijuana Career Certificate Programs, Registration Now Open for March 10 Start
The University of New England has announced the launch of new, fully online certificate programs designed to prepare students for careers in the rapidly expanding marijuana industry, with the next session set to begin March 10.
Nearly 50 Wisconsin Lawmakers File Companion Bill to Legalize Marijuana, Regulate Sales and Expunge Convictions
A companion bill to legislation filed Tuesday that would legalize marijuana in Wisconsin was introduced today in the State Assembly.
California Collects $255.1 Million in Marijuana Taxes in Q4, Bringing 2025 Total to Over $1 Billion
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has released new data on marijuana tax revenue for the fourth quarter of 2025. As of February 18, the agency reports that licensed marijuana retailers generated $255.1 million in total tax revenue for the quarter. That includes $145.5 million in marijuana excise tax and $109.6 million …
Connecticut Bill Would Overhaul Marijuana, Hemp and Infused Beverage Rules
A 173-page bill introduced today in the Connecticut House would rewrite large portions of the state’s marijuana code, raise THC limits for some products and create new licenses tied to infused beverages and cannabis extraction.
Arizona: Cannabis Companies Partner to Launch Cannabis Ordering Kiosks in Senior Communities
Life Is Chill and LoveBud have announced a joint venture aimed at bringing cannabis ordering kiosks to senior independent living communities across Arizona, a move the companies say is the first of its kind in the state.
Trulieve Reports $1.2 Billion in 2025 Revenue, 60% Gross Margin and Record $229 Million in Free Cash Flow
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. reported full-year 2025 revenue of $1.18 billion, essentially flat compared to 2024, while delivering a 60% gross margin and record free cash flow of $229 million.
