Tag: Oregon

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March 11, 2013
03/11/2013
Weedist Talks to Morgan Fox of Marijuana Policy Project

Weedist Talks to Morgan Fox of Marijuana Policy Project

Weedists: Meet Morgan Fox “Weedists are the people who are out there fighting the good fight and these are their stories.” Morgan Fox is the Communications Manager for Marijuana...
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March 7, 2013
03/07/2013
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.03.06)

Medical Marijuana Update (2013.03.06)

Legislatures are in session across the land, and that’s reflected in our update this week. Bills are moving, generally, but not always in the right direction. Meanwhile,...
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March 4, 2013
03/04/2013
Oregon Bill to Allow Medical Marijuana for PTSD Advances

Oregon Bill to Allow Medical Marijuana for PTSD Advances

The Senate Health and Human Services Committee passed Senate Bill 281 on a 4-1 vote. SB 281 would allow those suffering from PTSD to use medical marijuana....
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March 1, 2013
03/01/2013
Marijuana Legalization May Be Unstoppable

Marijuana Legalization May Be Unstoppable

On Tuesday, US Attorney General Eric Holder told America to expect a decision “soon” on how he’ll respond to the recent legalization of pot by states. The...
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February 28, 2013
02/28/2013
Blumenauer Pushes States Rights’ Medical Marijuana Bill in Congress

Blumenauer Pushes States Rights’ Medical Marijuana Bill in Congress

Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) Monday gave a public coming out event for a bill designed to stop federal government interference with medical marijuana patients and providers in...
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February 26, 2013
02/26/2013
Oregon Legislature Looks to Legalize

Oregon Legislature Looks to Legalize

The Oregon State House Revenue Committee has introduced House Bill 3371 to the legislature which will end cannabis prohibition for adults. This bill comes fast on the coat-tails of Oregon’s...
By: Anna Diaz
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February 18, 2013
02/18/2013
Product Review:  Kush Creams

Product Review: Kush Creams

I have been using Kush Creams off and on for a couple of years now. And, the only reason I use them “off and on” is because I...
By: Anna Diaz
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February 15, 2013
02/15/2013
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.02.14)

Medical Marijuana Update (2013.02.14)

What? Nothing happened in California? It’s a rare week, but the quiet in the Golden State is being made up for by action in state legislatures around...
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February 11, 2013
02/11/2013
A Visit with UrbAge Designs Creator and Radio Host:  Urb Thrasher

A Visit with UrbAge Designs Creator and Radio Host: Urb Thrasher

Weedists: Meet Urb Thrasher “Weedists are the people who are out there fighting the good fight and these are their stories.” Urbage Designs is a Portland, Oregon based...
By: Anna Diaz
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February 7, 2013
02/07/2013
Fund Raiser for Brave Mykayla Comstock

Fund Raiser for Brave Mykayla Comstock

Brave Mykayla and her family are making big news.  Their unique decision to use cannabis to help with Mykayla’s cancer has caused quite a stir.  SKUNK Magazine and the...
By: Anna Diaz
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February 6, 2013
02/06/2013
Details on the New Federal Marijuana Legalization Measures

Details on the New Federal Marijuana Legalization Measures

Today, Representatives Jared Polis and Earl Blumenauer introduced two legislative measures that would end the federal prohibition on marijuana and permit for the regulated production and retail sales of...
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February 5, 2013
02/05/2013
Up Next… Oregon!

Up Next… Oregon!

Over the past couple of months, I have been asked the following question many, many times: So which states are next? What people want to know, of...
By: Steve Fox
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February 4, 2013
02/04/2013
Oregon May Allow MMJ for PTSD

Oregon May Allow MMJ for PTSD

Early in February the Senate Committee in Oregon will hear testimony for the use of medical marijuana for post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD, an anxiety disorder,...
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January 29, 2013
01/29/2013
Oregon Congressman Supports Marijuana Law Reform

Oregon Congressman Supports Marijuana Law Reform

At a town hall meeting, Rep. Blumenauer stated that he supports marijuana law reform in Oregon, and that the state should treat marijuana the same way it treats...
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January 28, 2013
01/28/2013
Marijuana Policy Project has Big Plans for 2013

Marijuana Policy Project has Big Plans for 2013

Marijuana Policy Project has big plans for 2013. On the agenda are things such as decriminalizing marijuana possession in Vermont, legalizing medical marijuana in New Hampshire, and...
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January 28, 2013
01/28/2013
Oregon Bill Would Make Cigarettes Controlled Substances

Oregon Bill Would Make Cigarettes Controlled Substances

An Oregon lawmaker has introduced a bill that would make cigarettes a Schedule III controlled substance. That means it would be illegal to possess or distribute cigarettes...
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January 23, 2013
01/23/2013
Weedist Women: Madeline Martinez

Weedist Women: Madeline Martinez

  Weedists: Meet Madeline Martinez “Weedists are the people who are out there fighting the good fight and these are their stories.” I met Madeline Martinez when I...
By: Anna Diaz
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January 21, 2013
01/21/2013
Product Review: Happy Daddy Pipe Cleaning Tool

Product Review: Happy Daddy Pipe Cleaning Tool

Happy Daddy Products manufactures stainless steel and titanium smokers’ tools and accessories. All products are proudly made in Oregon, using only American-sourced metals, 304 L Stainless and...
By: Anna Diaz
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January 2, 2013
01/02/2013
Jay Mack and Big Dub Rebuilding Fundraiser

Jay Mack and Big Dub Rebuilding Fundraiser

The World Famous Cannabis Cafe will host a fundraiser for Jay Mack and Big Dub to help rebuild their business on Saturday, January 12, 2013.  Long-time supporters...
By: Anna Diaz
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December 20, 2012
12/20/2012
11th Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards Winners

11th Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards Winners

The 11th annual Oregon Medical Cannabis Awards (OMCA), held at the World Famous Cannabis Café in Portland, brought together medical cannabis growers, patients and caregivers from all...
By: Anna Diaz
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