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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West Virginia Governor Signs Bill Banning Red 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2 and Green 3 Food Dyes
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed into law a bill that bans the sale of foods containing certain artificial dyes as well as the food additives butylated hydroxyanisole and propylparaben. House Bill 2354, which officially takes effect on August 1, prohibits the sale of food products containing Red 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow …
Oklahoma Senate Unanimously Passes Bill Protecting Gun Rights for Medical Cannabis Patients
Oklahoma’s full Senate has given approval to legislation that would establish gun right protections for medical cannabis patients. Oklahoma’s Senate voted 45 to 0 last week to pass Senate Bill 39, sending it to the House of Representatives for consideration. The measure received its first reading in the House today. Filed by Senator Julie Daniels, …
Eight Minnesota Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Decriminalize Psilocybin, Establish Psychedelic Medicine Board
A group of eight Minnesota lawmakers has introduced House Bill 2699, which would decriminalize the personal use, cultivation, and possession of psilocybin. The bill, filed today, has been referred to the House Health Finance and Policy Committee for further review. Under House File 2699, those 21 and older would be allowed to cultivate psilocybin mushrooms …
Minnesota: Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Free Marijuana Samples at Events Filed in House a Day After Senate Bill Introduced
Legislation to allow licensed marijuana retailers to provide free samples at cannabis-related events was filed today in the House of Representatives, a day after an identical bill was filed in the Senate. House Bill 2716 was filed today by State Representative Andrew Smith (D), with cosponsors Reps. Pete Johnson (D), Ethan Cha (D), and Nolan …
North Carolina: Legislation to Legalize Cannabis Gains Three New Sponsors, Bringing Total to 24
A legislative proposal that would legalize recreational marijuana in North Carolina gained three new sponsors today, bringing the total number of lawmakers backing the effort to 24. Senators Sophia Chitlik (D), Kandie Smith (D), and Caleb Theodros (D) have joined as sponsors of Senate Bill 350, known as the Marijuana Justice and Reinvestment Act, bringing …
North Carolina’s Great Smoky Cannabis Company Collaborates with Cherokee Indian Police Department to Launch Cannabis-Friendly K-9 Program
Qualla Enterprises, LLC, and Great Smoky Cannabis Company announced today “a historic collaboration with the Cherokee Indian Police Department (CIPD) to establish a new K-9 program”. “Aimed at addressing critical needs in drug detection while aligning with modern cannabis policies, this initiative underscores our commitment to supporting community safety and innovation”, states a press release …
The Best Cannabis Strains for PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects over 300 million people worldwide, leading to debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Many individuals who suffer from PTSD turn to cannabis as a natural remedy to alleviate these symptoms. With that in mind, below is a curated list of 10 popular and effective cannabis strains known for …
Study Finds CBD Effective in Reducing Itching and Improving Quality of Life for Atopic Dermatitis Patients
Cannabidiol (CBD) is “effective in reducing itching and improving the quality of life of patients with atopic dermatitis”, according to a new study. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Silesia in Poland and the De Montfort University of Leicester in the UK, was published in the journal Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology. …
Connecticut Official Apologizes for Retaliatory Inspection of Cannabis Business After Owner Criticizes Testing Standards
Connecticut cannabis regulators launched a surprise inspection on a marijuana cultivator just a day after its president called out flaws in the state’s testing system, in a move that many are calling retaliatory. Following the inspection, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) has since issued a rare public apology, admitting the compliance check “should …
Florida Medical Marijuana Patient Count Passes 905,000
Florida’s medical marijuana program continues its expansion, with new data from the Florida Department of Health revealing that the state now has 905,006 registered patients. The latest numbers, provided date by the Florida Department of Health, show a steady rise in patient enrollment in recent months. Since December, the state has garnered an addition 14,000 …
