The first cannabis dispensary in Hoboken, New Jersey, named “The Station,” opened in October 2023. The owner, Joseph Castelo, is seeking approval to offer recreational cannabis from the Hoboken Cannabis Review Board. The dispensary, located near the Hoboken train station, has decor inspired by the nearby 1907 Erie Lackawana Train Statio
Female Entrepreneur Brings Low-Dose THC Cannabis Gummies to Market
Jenna Goldring, cofounder of The High Confectionary, has identified a gap in the cannabis and hemp market and is making low-dose THC gummies to meet the need for controlled THC intake. She faces challenges including obtaining funding, largely from male investors, dealing with a male-dominated culture, balancing business with family, and overcoming
Companies Pitch for Licenses at Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission
Businesses are competing for a medical cannabis business license by making presentations to the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC). This is the third attempt of AMCC to award licenses, with previous attempts being unsuccessful due to numerous lawsuits. In this attempt, AMCC is no longer using scores from the University of South Alabama, whi
Colorado Church Deems Alcohol Acceptable, Cannabis Disastrous
– Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of the Archdiocese of Denver criticized cannabis legalization and use, linking it to societal problems such as homelessness, and referring to it as a “gateway drug”. He did not address the negative impact of criminalization. – The writer of the article, Ricardo Baca, counters this view, pointing
New Settlement Expands Cannabis Dispensaries in NYS
The New York Cannabis Control Board has approved a settlement agreement to allow for more license applications through the Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) program, a development which could lead to the opening of more legal cannabis dispensaries across the state. The agreement must now be approved by the NYS Supreme Court. The CAURD
Wisconsin Governor’s Cannabis Pardons – November 27, 2023 Newsletter
– Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has granted pardons to dozens of people convicted for marijuana-related offenses, as Republican legislative leaders resist taking up cannabis legalization bills. – Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez’s office is defending her marijuana legalization plan against critics from law enforcement who argue that i
2024 Energy Trends, Winter Fuel Prices, and $73M Cannabis Investment
ITC Director of Public Affairs, Kwafo Adarkwa, discussed the 2024 outlook for the energy sector in Michigan on MITV. Following this, MPSC Chair Scripps addressed winter energy supplies and their pricing. Sparks Kristine Nash-Wong provided information about a $73 million investment into entrepreneurial groups by the state. Sparks is managing this pr
Cannabis Use Falsely Boosts Creativity Perception
The article discusses the popular notion of using substances, such as alcohol and cannabis, to boost creativity. It references a famous saying often attributed to Ernest Hemingway, “Write drunk, edit sober,” but suggests that applying this idea to cannabis use might not be beneficial. Research cited in the article indicates there is no
Premier Tech Reveals Secrets of High-Yield Cannabis Cultivation
International agritech company Premier Tech provides analysis on the best growing mediums for cannabis cultivation. The mediums typically consist of a base of organic components and may include components such as Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss, perlite, coir, and/or wood fiber. The ideal medium should provide a balance between water holding capacity a
CA and NY Officials Urge Black Friday Marijuana Purchases
The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) and the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) are encouraging people to shop for cannabis at licensed retailers as part of Black Friday deals, as a way to support small businesses and transition away from illicit markets. The regulators, via their social media platforms, shared posts that [