The state of Vermont is over 75% forest, making it a true green state. In 1777, French-Canadian explorers named the area “mont vert,” meaning green mountain. It became the 14th state in 1791. Burlington is one of many great places to live and visit in Vermont. The city is located along the Eastern shore of Lake Champlain and is 40 miles from the state capital of … [Read more...] about The Buzz on Burlington
Archives for September 2015
East Coast Green Scene
If great people and some of the best craft beers surround you, chances are you might be in Burlington, Vermont. What a great place to be if you are a cannabis consumer as well. With hints of legalization coming in 2016, the market for ancillary services related to the cannabis industry is beginning to boom. Medical and civil laws can be confusing. Let’s try to clear the air and … [Read more...] about East Coast Green Scene
Cannabis Credit Union
One of the biggest obstacles to cannabis being a mainstream industry is the federal government. The feds classification of cannabis as a Schedule 1 controlled substance effectively keeps all federally chartered financial institutions from doing business with anything cannabis related. The reality is the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) claims that cigarettes kill over 6 … [Read more...] about Cannabis Credit Union
Transitioning With Weed
Higher Profiles By Sharon Letts As Utah transplant and Humboldt State University graduate, Marval A. Rechsteiner transitions from a biological female to a male, with the use of cannabis literally evolving with him. “I initially thought I wanted to be completely sober when I went under the knife,” he said from his home in Humboldt County, “But the more I learn … [Read more...] about Transitioning With Weed
The High Life: This is Why we Pride
Written by Sherae O'Shaughnessy Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender pride celebrations and parades are the heartening demonstrations against bigotry and violence toward LGBT people, declaring equal rights, self love, community and acceptance of sexual diversity. An observance, a rite of passage and a damn good party, a carnival, a Mardi Gras and even a solemn … [Read more...] about The High Life: This is Why we Pride