Missouri cannabis dispensaries could soon have another way to serve customers, as state regulators consider a rule that would permit curbside pickup. The proposal would expand the current options, which already include delivery and drive-thru services with state approval.  The state Division of Cannabis Regulation this week released a draft amendment that outlines how dispensaries … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Missouri Regulators Consider Authorizing Marijuana Curbside Pickup”

Researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, working alongside the genetics company 23andMe, have pinpointed specific regions in the human genome that appear to influence marijuana use.  Their findings, published in Molecular Psychiatry, suggest connections between these genetic factors and various psychiatric, cognitive, and physical health traits. The research could help … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Uncovers Genetic Links Between Marijuana Use and Health Challenges”

The Ohio state Senate voted unanimously to approve a bill that changes how prosecutors prove whether someone was driving under the influence of cannabis.  Over the last ten years, Ohio has relaxed many of its cannabis restrictions, joining the growing number of states that permit both medical and recreational use. However, this shift has made … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Ohio Senators Approve Bill Overhauling Cannabis DUI Laws”

Target is testing the sale of THC-infused drinks at a small number of stores in Minnesota, according to executives from cannabis drink companies involved in the rollout.  The retail giant, headquartered in Minnesota, is reportedly stocking around a dozen different THC drink brands in ten stores across the state. The soft launch signals a growing … Continue reading “420 with CNW — As Congress Considers Law Reforms, Target Starts Selling THC Drinks”

A Michigan marijuana trade group has filed a lawsuit to challenge the state’s newly approved tax on wholesale cannabis sales. The legal complaint was submitted to the Michigan Court of Claims shortly after the measure became law.  According to the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association (MCIA), the new tax and the process behind its approval conflict … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana Industry Group Goes to Court Challenging Michigan Tax Hike”

Marijuana use, both for medical and recreational reasons, has been increasing across the United States, including among people over 65. Most seniors turn to marijuana hoping to ease chronic pain, sleep problems, or anxiety. However, medical experts point out that there isn’t yet solid scientific agreement that marijuana is an effective treatment for these problems.  … Continue reading “420 with CNW — What Older Adults Need to Know About Medical Marijuana”

The Michigan State Senate recently passed a measure introducing a 24% tax on wholesale marijuana sales. The new levy will be used to fix and maintain the state’s roads. The Senate passed House Bill 4951 last Friday, following the state House’s approval on September 25.  Once signed into law, the 24% levy on wholesale transactions … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Michigan Lawmakers Pass Marijuana Tax Hike Proposal”

High employee turnover can hurt any company, but it’s especially tough in the marijuana business, where skilled workers are needed everywhere—from the dispensary counter to the cultivation room. As competition grows and margins tighten, keeping reliable, knowledgeable staff is not just an advantage; it’s what keeps a business running.  The sector comes with unique challenges, … Continue reading “420 with CNW — How to Enhance Employee Retention Within the Marijuana Industry”