Anthony Martinelli

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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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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$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 …

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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 …

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Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Chair Fired for “Gross Misconduct”

Today, Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg fired Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) Chair Shannon O’Brien, who was responsible for overseeing the state’s legal marijuana market. Goldberg said …

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Montana: $29.7 Million Worth of Legal Marijuana Sold in August, New Monthly Record

In Montana, there was most legal marijuana sales in August than any previous month. Data released by the Montana Department of Revenue shows that there …

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Planet 13 Opens 27th Florida Dispensary, Located in Ocala

Planet 13 Holdings Inc., a multi-state cannabis company, has officially opened its 27th Florida dispensary, which is located in Ocala. The location, which is now …

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Arkansas Voters Could Significantly Improve Their Medical Marijuana Program This November

This November, Arkansas voters will consider an initiative that would significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program, in addition to establishing a federal trigger for …

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