Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at [email protected].
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Nov 07 2024
Study Finds Marijuana Can Improve Fibromyalgia Symptoms
According to a new study being published in the December issue of the journal Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy, cannabis use can lead to “an important improvement in pain, quality of life, and sleep habits” among those with fibromyalgia. Conducted by researchers rom the University of Antioquia in Colombia and the University of …
Nov 07 2024
WA: $101 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in October, Over $1 Billion Year-to-Date
The legal marijuana industry in Washington State generated over $100 million in sales in October, bringing the year-to-date total to above $1 billion. There was $101.5 million worth of marijuana and marijuana products, including concentrates, edibles, tinctures and topicals, sold in October in Washington. This is according to data released by the research firm Headset. …
Nov 07 2024
Study Finds Marijuana Use Safe for Patients Undergoing Breast Reduction Surgery
A study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has found that marijuana use does not significantly impact outcomes in breast reduction surgeries. Conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and NYU Langone, the study aimed to clarify whether marijuana use might influence surgical outcomes or quality of life (QoL) post-surgery, as marijuana use continues …
Nov 07 2024
US House: GOP Lawmaker Plans to Refile Marijuana Banking Act in January, “If We Don’t Get it Done by the End of the Year”
Congressmember David P. Joyce (R-OH), who was reelected this week with 64% support, plans to refile the SAFE Banking Act in January, but is holding out hope it could still be approved this year. In April 2023, Rep. Joyce filed the SAFE (Secure and Fair Enforcement) Banking Act with eight cosponsors. Now, it has 131, …
Nov 07 2024
Top Drying and Curing Tips to Enhance Marijuana Flower Potency and Flavor
By Margaret Jackson, Reporter, MZBizDaily.com Drying and curing is a critical stage for marijuana cultivators that can make or break the quality of the final product. Proper drying and curing not only preserves potency and flavor but also improves the safety, shelf life and overall user experience of cannabis flower, cultivation experts told MJBizDaily. “You can …
Nov 06 2024
A Breakdown of Marijuana Election Results Across the United States
In yesterday’s election, numerous marijuana-related proposals were considered on the state and local level: Here’s a breakdown of how each of these proposal faired. Although November 5 was not a great day for cannabis law reform, with all three recreational marijuana legalization measures being denied by voters, there were some bright spots. With that said, …
Nov 06 2024
Kentucky: Over 100 Cities and Counties Approve Ordinance to Allow Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
Over 100 cities and counties in Kentucky have officially approved ordinances allowing medical marijuana dispensaries. In last night’s election, 106 cities and counties approved medical marijuana initiatives. Not a single city or county rejected the proposal. The ordinances provide guidelines for dispensaries, cultivation centers, and other medical cannabis facilities. Kentucky’s medical marijuana law, signed by …
Nov 05 2024
Oregon Voters Approve Marijuana Union Initiative
Voters in Oregon have given approval to the United for Cannabis Workers Act, put forth by United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 555. Once Measure 119 takes effect, it will guarantee cannabis industry workers the right to organize and bargain collectively. Although joining a union would be optional, this proposal would provide legal protections …
Nov 05 2024
Nebraska Legalizes Medical Marijuana
Nebraska voters have made their state the 39th to legalize medical marijuana through the passage of two companion initiatives. Nebraska voters have approved both the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Act (Initiative 437) and the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Regulation Act (Initiative 438) with overwhelming support. The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Act provides legal safeguards …
Nov 05 2024
South Dakota Initiative to Legalize Recreational Marijuana Fails
South Dakota voters have chosen to keep recreational marijuana illegal, rejecting Measure 29 in Tuesday’s election. The initiative would have allowed those 21 and older to possess up to two ounces of marijuana and grow up to 12 plants for personal use. Measure 29 also proposed establishing licensed marijuana retail outlets to serve adults, which …
