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MondayMar 23, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Is Marijuana Use Advisable During Coronavirus Quarantine?

At the moment, millions of people all over Asia, the U.S. and Europe have been forced into self-isolation. In the few months that it has been active, the Coronavirus has wreaked havoc, with more than 300,000 people infected and at least 12,944 dead, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. The virus is very communicable, and the best preventive measures are self-isolation and social distancing. However, that's easier said than done. And for those who aren't used to working from home or long periods of isolation, it's going to be quite tough. As more and more U.S. states go…

MondayMar 23, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – New York Legislators File Revised Cannabis Legalization Bill

Compared to other states, cannabis legalization efforts in New York have been slow. Both hemp and marijuana bills have been held up in various stages of the legalization process, and the emergence of the coronavirus has thrown a wrench into the works. For instance, Governor Cuomo had been planning on carrying out benchmarking visits to legal cannabis states, but he has stated that the tour has been delayed as the country deals with the coronavirus pandemic. However, there is still a glimmer of hope after lawmakers recently rolled out a revised bill to legalize marijuana in the state. Filed last…

FridayMar 20, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – How to Avoid Germs While Consuming Marijuana

One thing the coronavirus pandemic has brought to light is that we could do so much better in terms of hygiene. As we all take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus, germs and any sort of dirt have become enemy number one, with people observing a level of hygiene never seen before. That mindset should also be applied when consuming cannabis. Now, the medical benefits of cannabis have been discussed in great detail. You get a reprieve from anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain among a plethora of other conditions, but what many don't know is that cannabis can…

FridayMar 20, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – 4 Ways the Coronavirus May Affect the Marijuana Industry

It's official, the novel Coronavirus is now a pandemic. The virus first appeared in Wuhan, China at the close of 2019, and as of now, over 180,000 people have been infected. As the virus swept through China, to Europe, the U.S. and finally Africa, one thing has been pretty clear. Things will get worse before they get better, and recognizing that fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the virus's threat level. The loss of life has been immense, with the virus leaving over 4,000 people dead. The fact that it is extremely communicable hasn't helped, and numerous governments have…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Coronavirus Fears Prompt Michigan to Temporarily Allow Curbside Marijuana Deliveries

More than two months after the Coronavirus appeared in Wuhan, China, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the virus a pandemic. With more than 180,000 infected and over 4,000 left dead in its wake, the virus doesn't seem to be taking a break anytime soon. In fact, governments have started making contingency plans for the worst case scenarios, with experts predicting that up to 70% of Americans may be infected if no treatment is found. As numerous states go into shutdown mode, people have been stocking up for an indeterminate period of self-isolation. Everything from non-perishable foods to cleaning…

ThursdayMar 19, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Cannabis Sales Surge as Customers Fear Coronavirus Restrictions

The novel Coronavirus virus first appeared in Wuhan, China and in the months since it has infected over 170,000 people and left at least 7,000 dead. Naturally, countries are taking precautions, locking down cities, and restricting travel and public meetings to curb the spread of the virus. In the U.S., states and cities are slowly shutting down, with President Trump urging people to limit themselves to groups of no more than 10 people. As people prepare for a long period of isolation, marijuana stores have experienced a dramatic surge in sales, especially over the past weekend. Seeing as most retail…

WednesdayMar 18, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Congressional Committee Passes Bills Expanding Veterans Access to Medical Cannabis

For the past few years, attitudes towards cannabis have been shifting. Although it is still illegal at the federal level, the narrative isn't as dire as it used to be. We now know that the cannabis plant produces a group of chemicals called cannabinoids that have potent and diverse medical properties. We also know that taken consistently and at a reasonable dosage, cannabis can alleviate a ton of conditions, ranging from insomnia and anxiety to chronic pain. However, the road hasn't been easy. A number of states have legalized medical and recreational marijuana use, but the fact that it's illegal…

WednesdayMar 18, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Study Finds Marijuana Legalization Boosts Housing Prices

For many, the legalization of recreational marijuana might as well have been trumpets loudly declaring the end of times. Arguments against it ranged aplenty, with some claiming it is a gateway drug while others claimed it would result in increased crime rates. But what many hadn't considered was the effect it would have on real estate. Economists from the University of Oklahoma ran a study to find out the effect marijuana legalization had on housing prices, and their results were quite interesting. They examined listings on Zillow, and after tracking them against legalization in Colorado and Washington State, found that…

TuesdayMar 17, 2020 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – The Marijuana Industry Has Already Created More Than 250,000 Jobs

Marijuana is quite a divisive topic. For the most part, most opinions are split down the middle, with people being either for or against legal marijuana. There's a lot you can say in defense of marijuana, such as its diverse range of medical applications to the fact that it doesn't have the side effects pharmaceuticals are known for. However, marijuana's ability to create employment is almost unparalleled. According to Leafly's annual Cannabis Jobs Report, there were 240,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs supported by the legal cannabis industry as of January 2020, a 15% increase from 2019. This translates to 33,700…

TuesdayMar 17, 2020 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Alabama Senate Passes Medical Marijuana Bill

Ten years ago, the thought of states legalizing marijuana seemed ludicrous enough. The plant has always been quite divisive, with most people being either for or against marijuana. However, what's certain is that marijuana does have plenty of medicinal properties that make it a good natural alternative to a variety of medications including opioids. The past few years have seen cannabis become more mainstream, with a number of states legalizing it for both recreational and medical use. Alabama quite recently joined the club after the state Senate voted to pass a bill to legalize marijuana in the state. The bill…