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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Oct 27 2024
Kentucky to Hold First Medical Marijuana License Lottery on Monday, Over 100 Cities and Counties to Consider Allowing Dispensaries
Kentucky’s medical marijuana program is set to take a substantial step forward on Monday with its inaugural license lottery for cultivators and processors. The upcoming lottery will grant licenses to those tasked with cultivating and processing medical cannabis, marking a key milestone in Kentucky’s rollout of its newly legalized medical cannabis program. A separate lottery …
Oct 26 2024
High-CBD Extract Shows Promise in Reducing Inflammatory Response in Asthma Patients
In a new study, researchers have identified high-CBD extract (CBD-X) as a potential game-changer for asthma treatment, especially for patients who find little relief from conventional inhaled corticosteroids. Published in the Journal of Pharmaceuticals, the study reveals how CBD-X could disrupt key inflammatory pathways driving asthma’s chronic symptoms, potentially offering fresh hope to millions worldwide …
Oct 26 2024
Massachusetts Now Offering Over 700 Marijuana Strains at Licensed Stores
As of mid-October, over 700 marijuana strains are available at licensed stores across Massachusetts. According to the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), there are 709 active marijuana strains being sold throughout the state as of October 13. This is 65 more than the total number of strains reported in May, and this is more than …
Oct 25 2024
Arizona: Maricopa County Superior Court Ends Attempt To Take Over A Marijuana Dispensary License
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ruled in favor an Arizona marijuana dispensary operator, ending an attempt to take its license. The case centered on Moe Asnani and Chip Boyden’s attempts to circumvent agreements and take over a dispensary license from Investing in the Future LLC. Anavel Vasquez was qualified to be the majority owner …
Oct 25 2024
Washington State Auditor Finds Major Delays in Cannabis Industry Tracking System, Calls for Accountability
The Washington State Auditor has issued a performance audit evaluating the effectiveness of Washington’s oversight of its cannabis industry. Released under the title “Evaluating Washington State Oversight of the Cannabis Industry,” the report outlines critical shortcomings in the state’s cannabis tracking system—a cornerstone promised to voters in 2012 with the passage of the recreational cannabis …
Oct 25 2024
Analysis: Legal Marijuana States Generated Nearly $2 Billion in Revenue in September, $350 Million in Taxes
In September, legal marijuana states collectively generated $1.877 billion in sales, resulting in over a quarter of a billion dollars in tax revenue. September’s total, based on an analysis by The Marijuana Herald, are slightly lower than August’s record $1.955 billion, but demonstrated market strength and consistency. The market’s monthly revenue is likely to increase …
Oct 25 2024
Massachusetts Initiative Campaign to Legalize Psychedelics Has Raised Over $7.5 Million
Massachusetts for Mental Health Options (MMHO), the group sponsoring Question 4, has raised over $7.5 million. Question 4 would legalize the possession and personal cultivation of up to one gram of DMT, 18 grams of non-peyote mescaline, 30 grams of Ibogaine, one gram of psilocybin, and one gram of psilocin. Possessing up to twice this …
Oct 25 2024
$117 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in Missouri in September, All-Time Sales Pass $3 Billion
All-time legal marijuana sales have surpassed $3 billion in Missouri, once September’s totals are added. According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, there was a $117.43 million worth of legal marijuana and marijuana products (concentrates, edibles, tinctures, etc.) sold in September, a slight decrease from the $126 million sold in August. $103.35 …
Oct 25 2024
Maine Expands Marijuana Recall After Lab Testing Issues
Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) has widened a recall on recreational marijuana products from Nova Farms due to possible contamination with bacteria, yeast, and mold. Initially issued on October 11, the recall targeted “Frosted Cookies” products sold between September 17 and October 8. Expanded on October 19, the recall now covers products sold by …
Oct 25 2024
Florida Marijuana Legalization Campaign Raises Over $120 Million
Smart & Safe Florida, the nonprofit political committee sponsoring the marijuana legalization initiative Amendment 3, has raised over $120 million. According to the Florida Division of Elections, Smart & Safe Florida has raised $121,717,339.03 in support of Amendment 3, as of October 21. The most recent donation was on October 18, with Trulieve giving another …
