Cannabis And Culture

Rhode Island must develop protocols for medical cannabis

Rhode Island State Asks Schools to Develop Medical Cannabis Protocols for Students

School districts in Rhode Island must develop protocols for administering medical cannabis to students. The changes to the state’s regulations occurred in July and students must be registered patients, with a doctor’s note, and parental approval. According to the rules, students with medical cannabis cards cannot smoke their medicine at school. They can only take […]

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Cannabis Smoking Permitted at NY State Fair

Cannabis Smoking Now Permitted at NY State Fair

Organizers at the Great New York State Fair confirm cannabis consumption will be allowed this year in areas where tobacco smoking is allowed. According to Ganjapreneur, “Cannabis smoking was allowed at the fair last year; however, organizers were reportedly reconsidering the policy following complaints.” This year, there are six designated outdoor smoking areas around the

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New Mexico cannabis sales hit a new record in July

New Mexico Cannabis Sales Hit Record in July

The cannabis industry is booming, and New Mexico is no exception. In July, the state’s cannabis dispensaries generated a record-breaking $40.3 million in medical and adult-use sales. According to figures released by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office, medical cannabis sales topped $16.8 million and adult-use sales reached a staggering $23.5 million. These numbers are almost

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GA County Reduced Cannabis Possession Fine to $35

Cannabis Possession Fine in Georgia County Is Reduced to $35

Athens-Clarke County lowers the consequences for possessing small amounts of marijuana to a $35 fine. This is a big deal because, in the state of Georgia, the punishment for pot possession is notoriously high. At the state level, possessing more than an ounce of cannabis is a felony. According to NORML, “Possession of 1 ounce

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