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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Sep 10 2024
Maine Issues First-Ever Marijuana Recall
Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) has issued its first-ever product recall after certain items from the brand Cannabis Cured failed testing for yeast and mold contamination. “On September 10, 2024, the Office of Cannabis Policy issued a mandatory recall for select adult use flower and pre-rolls produced by Cannabis Cured due to the presence …
Sep 10 2024
Florida: Scientology’s Biggest Donor Gives $1 Million to DeSantis’ PAC to Fight Marijuana Legalization and Abortion
A political committee tied to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has received a $1 million donation from Trish Duggan, a prominent Scientologist, as part of its efforts to block marijuana legalization and abortion rights. The Florida Freedom Fund, chaired by DeSantis’ Chief of Staff James Uthmeier, raised $1.11 million from August 24 to 30, with Duggan’s …
Sep 10 2024
Missouri Governor and Attorney General Announce Task Force to “Combat Spread of Dangerous Unregulated Cannabis Products”
Today, during a press conference, Governor Mike Parson and Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a joint task force between the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) and the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) to combat the spread of unregulated psychoactive cannabis products in Missouri. This latest action comes after Governor Parson announced Executive Order 24-10 …
Sep 10 2024
Six Ohio Marijuana Stores Fined a Combined $430,000 by the State
Six marijuana dispensaries in Ohio were fined by the state for violating advertising regulations during the early stages of recreational marijuana sales, which launched on August 6. The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) imposed fines on the stores for not adhering to strict advertising guidelines, with penalties totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. “All …
Sep 10 2024
Florida Young Republicans Endorse Amendment 3 to Legalize Marijuana
Today, the Florida Young Republicans on officially endorsed Amendment 3 to legalize recreational marijuana. “As champions of individual freedom, supporting Amendment 3 is the obvious choice for Florida Young Republicans”. said said Megan Echtenkamp, Communications Director for the Florida Young Republicans in a press release. “We’re ready to move past the outdated stigma surrounding marijuana …
Sep 10 2024
North Carolina’s First Marijuana Store Attracts Over 4,000 Customers in First Two Days
The Great Smoky Cannabis Company had over 4,000 patrons in its first weekend. Located on the tribal land of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in Cherokee (91 Bingo Loop Rd), the marijuana superstore opened its doors to everyone 21 and older at 10am on Saturday, September 7. Between Saturday and Sunday, the store had …
Sep 10 2024
Connecticut: In August, Monthly Marijuana Sales Passed $25 Million for First Time in 2024
In Connecticut, there was over $25 million worth of marijuana sold legally, the first time the market has crossed the $25 million mark since December 2023. The $25,664,059 in legal marijuana is a little over $1 million more than the $24,653,219 sold in July, and is an uptick from the $24.8 million sold in August …
Sep 10 2024
Ohio Now Has 127 Recreational Marijuana Stores: Here’s Where They’re Located
There’s now 127 licensed medical marijuana dispensaries that have received dual-use licenses to sell recreational marijuana to everyone 21 and older. When recreational marijuana sales began on August 6, there was nearly 100 dispensaries selling recreational marijuana. That number has since increased to 127. According to the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (DCC), there’s also …
Sep 10 2024
$343 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in California During August, $2.8 Billion Year-to-Date
In California, more than $340 million worth of legal marijuana and related products (including edibles, concentrates, and more) were sold in August. According to data released by the research firm Headset, licensed marijuana stores in California recorded $343.1 million in sales in August. So far this year, marijuana sales in California have reached approximately $2.8 …
Sep 10 2024
Illinois: Cannabis Research Institute Opens in Chicago
The Cannabis Research Institute in Chicago is now open, with the goal of exploring how cannabis may help or harm those who use it. The institute, first announced around 18 months ago, is focusing on marijuana’s medical applications, including the potential use of cannabis for cancer treatment. Additionally, the institute will assist in developing a …
