Category: Medical Marijuana

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Medical marijuana news and commentary

February 14, 2014
02/14/2014
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.02.12)

Medical Marijuana Update (2014.02.12)

Lots of action at the state house on medical marijuana this week, plus Arizona eases up on the rules and the Michigan Supreme Court hands down a...
February 14, 2014
02/14/2014
My Favorite Strains: Drizella

My Favorite Strains: Drizella

While visiting the dispensary a few weeks ago I noticed they were carrying a strain that I had never heard of before: Drizella. I liked the name...
February 13, 2014
02/13/2014
Wendy Davis Backs Medical Marijuana

Wendy Davis Backs Medical Marijuana

Texas governor hopeful, Wendy Davis, supports medical marijuana and would consider decriminalization.
February 13, 2014
02/13/2014
Instafire: Refine Seattle God’s Gift BHO and B$ Glass

Instafire: Refine Seattle God’s Gift BHO and B$ Glass

Posted by @diablodabs So this is what happens when ya ask your girl to help you take a photo–you end up with Instafire. I must admit I...
February 13, 2014
02/13/2014
Hawaii Legislature Considering Three Marijuana Bills

Hawaii Legislature Considering Three Marijuana Bills

On Thursday, February 13, the Senate Committees on Public Safety, Intergovernmental and Military Affairs, and Commerce and Consumer Protection will meet to hear three marijuana-related bills. Two...
February 13, 2014
02/13/2014
Potential Danger Behind Marijuana Edibles

Potential Danger Behind Marijuana Edibles

I’ve always been impressed with how many things THC can be infused in to. I’ve seen hard candies, chex-mix, all manner of cookie, cake, and brownie; I’ve...
February 12, 2014
02/12/2014
Florida Legislators Introduce Two MMJ Initiatives

Florida Legislators Introduce Two MMJ Initiatives

FloridaĀ Senator Jeff Clemens and Representative Joe Saunders each introduced MMJ initiatives Monday.
February 12, 2014
02/12/2014
Kansas Senator To Lead Valentineā€™s Day Rally For Patient Access

Kansas Senator To Lead Valentineā€™s Day Rally For Patient Access

In 2013, Senator David Haley introduced SB 9, which would establish a compassionate medical marijuana program in Kansas similar to the programs in 20 other states. That...
February 12, 2014
02/12/2014
Instafire: Mothership, Slop Cup, Quave and Hitman Family Photo

Instafire: Mothership, Slop Cup, Quave and Hitman Family Photo

Posted @kittensandkisses I normally don’t post Instafire from strangers, but whoever @kittensandkisses is, major props–you have my attention. This is an absolutely insane family photo and as...
February 12, 2014
02/12/2014
MMJ Business Seminar, Bud-Tender Training Course in Chicago

MMJ Business Seminar, Bud-Tender Training Course in Chicago

A medical marijuana business seminar and bud-tender training course are coming to Chicago February 22nd.
February 12, 2014
02/12/2014
Will State Cannabis Be Grown With Love?

Will State Cannabis Be Grown With Love?

I have been consistently voicing my concerns about Washington State running the cannabis market. Topics have largely been focused on what the State-run market will do to...
February 11, 2014
02/11/2014
Marijuana May Fight HIV, Study Finds

Marijuana May Fight HIV, Study Finds

A new study shows that marijuana may fight HIV in addition to helping patients with appetite and weight loss problems.
February 11, 2014
02/11/2014
Kentucky: Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced in House

Kentucky: Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced in House

Rep. Mary Lou Marzian introduced a medical marijuana bill, the Cannabis Compassion Act, in the Kentucky House.
February 11, 2014
02/11/2014
Reason: 50 State Marijuana Law Roundup

Reason: 50 State Marijuana Law Roundup

Reason’s John K. Ross reportsĀ on the proposed recreational and medical marijuana laws in the 50 states for 2014.
February 11, 2014
02/11/2014
Medical Marijuana Gains Momentum in the Deep South

Medical Marijuana Gains Momentum in the Deep South

Huffington Post reports that medical marijuana’s effectiveness in treating seizures has even the southern states considering allowing its use.
February 11, 2014
02/11/2014
Oregon Legislature – A Hit and A Miss

Oregon Legislature – A Hit and A Miss

Oregon Governor Kitzhaber has been getting a lot of press forĀ his support of cannabis regulation. In these exciting times, we are seeing more and more support for...
By: Anna Diaz
February 10, 2014
02/10/2014
Ladybud: Could Cannabis Really Be an Exit Drug?

Ladybud: Could Cannabis Really Be an Exit Drug?

Laurel Dewey explains that not only is cannabis not a gateway drug, but an exit drug that helps people with serious addiction problems.
February 10, 2014
02/10/2014
Michigan High Court Rules for Medical Marijuana

Michigan High Court Rules for Medical Marijuana

In a bellwether case, the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that cities and counties cannot pass ordinances that conflict with the state’s five-year-old Medical Marihuana Act. The...
February 10, 2014
02/10/2014
Scientific American: End Ban On Psychoactive Drug Research

Scientific American: End Ban On Psychoactive Drug Research

Scientific American calls for an end to the ban on psychoactive drug research, noting that marijuana, LSD, psilocybin and MDMA may lead to new treatments.
February 10, 2014
02/10/2014
Great Edibles Recipes: Medicated Cheesy Potato Casserole

Great Edibles Recipes: Medicated Cheesy Potato Casserole

Now that the holiday season is over, we’re all well back to the general day-in, day-out routine. While it can be kind of a drag when the...