By Samantha Wahl Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Digital Dime. New York's Strict Medical Programs Hurt Cannabis Businesses It’s no secret that New York’s medical cannabis … [Read more...] about The Digital Dime: 2/21/2020
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Bud Over Beer: College Binge-Drinking Decreases in States With Legal Cannabis
By Rita Thompson As benefits of the flower continue to blossom, college students in legal states are trading in beer for bud. College Students, Consumption Habits, and Legal and Non-Legal Markets According to a recent Oregon State University (OSU) study, colleges in states with legal adult-use cannabis markets are seeing increased consumption of the plant, but … [Read more...] about Bud Over Beer: College Binge-Drinking Decreases in States With Legal Cannabis
Higher-Education: Colorado College to Offer Degree in Cannabis Studies
Written By: Rita Thompson According to the Colorado Department of Revenue, cannabis sales have reached more than than $6.56 billion between 2014-2019. Seeing the rapid emergence and growth of the cannabis industry, colleges across the country are hopping on the pineapple express. The University of Maryland and University of Northern Michigan already have … [Read more...] about Higher-Education: Colorado College to Offer Degree in Cannabis Studies
A High-End Event: 2020 Oscar Swag Bags To Include Vape Pens and $10k Edible Tasting
By: Rita Thompson It’s Oscar Sunday—and with the contents of this year's swag bags, don’t be surprised if the nominees are looking particularly euphoric! Every year, the independent marketing company, Distinctive Assets provides Oscar nominees with luxurious, over the top goodie bags. Known as the “Everyone Wins” swag-bags, every nominee in the top five categories: best … [Read more...] about A High-End Event: 2020 Oscar Swag Bags To Include Vape Pens and $10k Edible Tasting
Whoopi Goldberg’s Cannabis Company Shuts Down: “I am Very Proud of What we Have Accomplished”
By Rita Thompson The medical cannabis company co-founded by actor and author, Whoopi Goldberg, is going up in smoke. Whoopi and Maya stepped into the industry four years ago. Their goal–to provide medical cannabis to women suffering from menstrual pain. The company took a stand against professionals who coil at the mention of menstruation and androcentric leaders who … [Read more...] about Whoopi Goldberg’s Cannabis Company Shuts Down: “I am Very Proud of What we Have Accomplished”
