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The coronavirus pandemic has added another wrinkle to navigating state versus federal regulations when it comes to gaining access to banking services by marijuana-related businesses.
Before the pandemic, more than half the states in the U.S. had authorized some form of legalized marijuana use.
In response to the coronavirus, most of these states with legalized cannabis have declared marijuana sales to be “essential,” and said those businesses should remain open, or at least offer delivery or curbside pickup.
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David Cotney ~ AmericanBanker.com ~
The coronavirus pandemic has added another wrinkle to navigating state versus federal regulations when it comes to gaining access to banking services by marijuana-related businesses.
Before the pandemic, more than half the states in the U.S. had authorized some form of legalized marijuana use.
In response to the coronavirus, most of these states with legalized cannabis have declared marijuana sales to be “essential,” and said those businesses should remain open, or at least offer delivery or curbside pickup.
Click here to read the complete article
David Cotney ~ AmericanBanker.com ~
A California group is fighting to end a federal prohibition that makes it impossible for veterans to get cannabis through the VA.
Alex is 34 and lives outside of Sacramento. Like many Californians, he vapes marijuana concentrate for a variety of health problems such as anxiety.
But even though he lives within a half-hour drive of a legal dispensary, Alex purchases his cannabis on what he likes to call the “duty-free” market.
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Bruce Kennedy ~ Politico.com ~
A California group is fighting to end a federal prohibition that makes it impossible for veterans to get cannabis through the VA.
Alex is 34 and lives outside of Sacramento. Like many Californians, he vapes marijuana concentrate for a variety of health problems such as anxiety.
But even though he lives within a half-hour drive of a legal dispensary, Alex purchases his cannabis on what he likes to call the “duty-free” market.
Click here to read the complete article
Bruce Kennedy ~ Politico.com ~
A California group is fighting to end a federal prohibition that makes it impossible for veterans to get cannabis through the VA.
Alex is 34 and lives outside of Sacramento. Like many Californians, he vapes marijuana concentrate for a variety of health problems such as anxiety.
But even though he lives within a half-hour drive of a legal dispensary, Alex purchases his cannabis on what he likes to call the “duty-free” market.
Click here to read the complete article
Bruce Kennedy ~ Politico.com ~
“Although we live in a world of unpredictability, COVID can’t stop the sun from shining nor can it stop the seeds from sprouting.”
On a work trip to China in late January, Frank Qin noticed something that would later influence the way he does business in the face of a pandemic.
“There were areas in China where there was a complete lockdown. People could step outside their homes only so many times a week, so some started growing produce in their balconies,” says Qin, founder of Markham, Ont.-based Mary Agrotechnologies Inc.
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Anisha Dhiman ~ TheGrowthOp.com ~
“Although we live in a world of unpredictability, COVID can’t stop the sun from shining nor can it stop the seeds from sprouting.”
On a work trip to China in late January, Frank Qin noticed something that would later influence the way he does business in the face of a pandemic.
“There were areas in China where there was a complete lockdown. People could step outside their homes only so many times a week, so some started growing produce in their balconies,” says Qin, founder of Markham, Ont.-based Mary Agrotechnologies Inc.
Click here to read the complete article
Anisha Dhiman ~ TheGrowthOp.com ~
“Although we live in a world of unpredictability, COVID can’t stop the sun from shining nor can it stop the seeds from sprouting.”
On a work trip to China in late January, Frank Qin noticed something that would later influence the way he does business in the face of a pandemic.
“There were areas in China where there was a complete lockdown. People could step outside their homes only so many times a week, so some started growing produce in their balconies,” says Qin, founder of Markham, Ont.-based Mary Agrotechnologies Inc.
Click here to read the complete article
Anisha Dhiman ~ TheGrowthOp.com ~
Cannabis and sports might not seem like they mix. But for some athletes, the drug is an integral part of their success.
On a typical Saturday, at 4:30 am, Boulder, Colorado-based competitive ultramarathoner Flavie Dokken takes 5mg of Wana Recreational Tarts, puts on her running shoes, and heads out for a five-hour run.
But Dokken is not your typical stoner, she uses cannabis as part of her workout routine and she is sponsored by Wana Brands, a cannabis company that produces cannabis-infused products.
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Deana Bianco ~ Vice.com ~
Cannabis and sports might not seem like they mix. But for some athletes, the drug is an integral part of their success.
On a typical Saturday, at 4:30 am, Boulder, Colorado-based competitive ultramarathoner Flavie Dokken takes 5mg of Wana Recreational Tarts, puts on her running shoes, and heads out for a five-hour run.
But Dokken is not your typical stoner, she uses cannabis as part of her workout routine and she is sponsored by Wana Brands, a cannabis company that produces cannabis-infused products.
Click here to read the complete article
Deana Bianco ~ Vice.com ~
Cannabis and sports might not seem like they mix. But for some athletes, the drug is an integral part of their success.
On a typical Saturday, at 4:30 am, Boulder, Colorado-based competitive ultramarathoner Flavie Dokken takes 5mg of Wana Recreational Tarts, puts on her running shoes, and heads out for a five-hour run.
But Dokken is not your typical stoner, she uses cannabis as part of her workout routine and she is sponsored by Wana Brands, a cannabis company that produces cannabis-infused products.
Click here to read the complete article
Deana Bianco ~ Vice.com ~
First tribal nation in Minnesota to vote in favor of medical cannabis.
Members of Red Lake Nation voted to approve the production, regulation and distribution of medical marijuana on Wednesday, May 20.
This move makes history in a few ways: Red Lake Nation will become the first entity in the state to retail medical cannabis in flower form and the first tribal nation in Minnesota to vote in favor of a medical cannabis referendum.
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Hannah Olson ~ Inforum.com ~
First tribal nation in Minnesota to vote in favor of medical cannabis.
Members of Red Lake Nation voted to approve the production, regulation and distribution of medical marijuana on Wednesday, May 20.
This move makes history in a few ways: Red Lake Nation will become the first entity in the state to retail medical cannabis in flower form and the first tribal nation in Minnesota to vote in favor of a medical cannabis referendum.
Click here to read the complete article
Hannah Olson ~ Inforum.com ~
First tribal nation in Minnesota to vote in favor of medical cannabis.
Members of Red Lake Nation voted to approve the production, regulation and distribution of medical marijuana on Wednesday, May 20.
This move makes history in a few ways: Red Lake Nation will become the first entity in the state to retail medical cannabis in flower form and the first tribal nation in Minnesota to vote in favor of a medical cannabis referendum.
Click here to read the complete article
Hannah Olson ~ Inforum.com ~
Pot shops are once again open for business in Massachusetts — with some limited operations and new guidelines.
Under the state's reopening plan, recreational marijuana stores are now allowed to take online and phone orders to offer curbside pickup to customers.
"We're just excited," said Kobie Evans, co-owner of Pure Oasis in Dorchester. "We're looking forward to seeing our staff and our customers, and really want to make sure that people are safe and staying healthy and, you know, just looking forward to this new opportunity to be open after being closed for so long."
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Zeninjor Enwemeka ~ WBUR.org ~
Pot shops are once again open for business in Massachusetts — with some limited operations and new guidelines.
Under the state's reopening plan, recreational marijuana stores are now allowed to take online and phone orders to offer curbside pickup to customers.
"We're just excited," said Kobie Evans, co-owner of Pure Oasis in Dorchester. "We're looking forward to seeing our staff and our customers, and really want to make sure that people are safe and staying healthy and, you know, just looking forward to this new opportunity to be open after being closed for so long."
Click here to read the complete article
Zeninjor Enwemeka ~ WBUR.org ~
Cannabis has powerful anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) properties, and when administered as-needed, can provide relief from several anxiety disorders.
Anxiety, like marijuana, comes with a stigma, but with the increasing impact of anxiety disorders on family life and the economy, it’s no wonder everyone seems to be looking for a salve.
The relationship between cannabis and anxiety disorders exists, but remains wholly misunderstood.
Anxiety presents differently in every patient, and there is no definitive cure with conventional drugs, so just imagine something as variant as the cannabis plant.
Click here to read the complete article
Cannabis has powerful anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) properties, and when administered as-needed, can provide relief from several anxiety disorders.
Anxiety, like marijuana, comes with a stigma, but with the increasing impact of anxiety disorders on family life and the economy, it’s no wonder everyone seems to be looking for a salve.
The relationship between cannabis and anxiety disorders exists, but remains wholly misunderstood.
Anxiety presents differently in every patient, and there is no definitive cure with conventional drugs, so just imagine something as variant as the cannabis plant.
Click here to read the complete article
Cannabis has powerful anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) properties, and when administered as-needed, can provide relief from several anxiety disorders.
Anxiety, like marijuana, comes with a stigma, but with the increasing impact of anxiety disorders on family life and the economy, it’s no wonder everyone seems to be looking for a salve.
The relationship between cannabis and anxiety disorders exists, but remains wholly misunderstood.
Anxiety presents differently in every patient, and there is no definitive cure with conventional drugs, so just imagine something as variant as the cannabis plant.
Click here to read the complete article
The Manitoba government is moving forward on its plan for an open and competitive cannabis retail market, Crown Services Minister Jeff Wharton announced Friday.
“We are pleased to open the market further by allowing more retailers to apply for retail licences,” said Wharton in a press release.
“This move will enable local entrepreneurs to create jobs and support Manitoba’s economy, which is a critical step as we work toward rebuilding Manitoba in the wake of COVID-19.”
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WinnepegSun.com ~
