DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 30, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Bayport International Holdings, Inc. (OTC PINK: BAYP) announces further details and updates regarding the web development of its latest cannabis technology acquisition in progress.
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Medical Marijuana in Texas: What You Need to Know
Texans can now access medical marijuana legally because of a law signed by Governor Abbott. In compliance with the Compassionate Use Program, the first dispensary will soon open in Schulenburg, Texas.
World Hemp Oil Announces New CBD Harvest and Plans to Grow in America
HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 16, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – World Hemp Oil, LLC, a leading supplier and manufacturers of hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) oil since 2014, announces the availability of refined, distillate oil from the 2017 grow season at competitive prices.
Bayport International Holdings, Inc. (OTC Pink: BAYP) Announces Strategic Partnership with GreenLink Financial
DALLAS, Nov. 14, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Bayport International Holdings Inc. (OTC PINK: BAYP) has finalized a strategic partnership with GreenLink Financial LLC, a specialty financial services provider for highly-regulated banking challenged businesses.
Texas’ Medical Cannabis Program is Open For Business: Compassionate Cultivation Plants its First Cannabis Crop in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 1, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Compassionate Cultivation is ready to make history in the Lone Star State by planting one of Texas’ first legal cannabis crops.
Dallas County Puts Marijuana Cite-and-Release Program Into Effect
After being delayed in the beginning of October, the Dallas cite-and-release program was finally approved in Dallas County on Oct. 17, 2017.
Marijuana Cite-and-Release Program in Dallas Has Been Delayed
The Dallas cite-and-release program, in which those caught possessing a small amount of marijuana are issued a fine and a court summons, has been delayed.
These 10 Are States Most Likely to Pass Medical Marijuana Next
There are currently 29 states in America with some form of legalized medical marijuana. Most politicians have begun to change their minds about the legitimacy of medicinal cannabis. But some states continue to resist efforts to legalize the drug even for medicinal purposes. Here are the 10 states most likely to legalize medical marijuana next.
Texas Issues Company First Medical Marijuana License
The first medical marijuana license issued by the state of Texas will be going to a company called Cansortium Texas. The company, with administrative offices in Schulenberg, Texas, says they are humbled and honored to have earned a license as a low-THC dispensing organization.
Imperious Expo and Arkansas Cannabis Industry Association Announce December 6th-7th Dates for ARK-LA-TEX Cannabis Business Expo
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Sept. 1, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – The medical cannabis industry will descend upon Little Rock, Arkansas this December 6-7th at the Statehouse Convention Center for the Ark-La-Tex Cannabis Business Expo, hosted by Imperious Expo + Directory and the Arkansas Cannabis Industry Association.
Medical Marijuana Groups Ask Texas Gov, DPS for More Dispensary Licenses
Medical cannabis companies and investors are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott’s office and the Department of Public Safety to approve more dispensary licenses beyond the three given provisional approval in May.
Dewmar International BMC, Inc. (DEWM) Partners with Arkansas Company to Apply for Marijuana Cultivation and Dispensary Licenses
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 18, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Dewmar International BMC, Inc. (the “Company”) (OTC PINK: DEWM) today announced that it has partnered with a long-standing Arkansas company in a joint effort to see a cannabis cultivation and dispensary permit to be issued during fourth quarter 2017.
Chairman Joe Moody Hosts Public Hearing on Reducing Penalties for Small Amounts of Marijuana
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 09, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Texas House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee Chairman Joe Moody held a public hearing to discuss reducing state marijuana possession penalties on Wednesday and to support HB 334, which was introduced by Chairman Moody in the special legislative session in July.
11-Year-Old Sues Federal Government to Legalize Medicinal Marijuana
An 11-year-old girl from Rowlett, Texas is taking on the United States federal government by suing them over medicinal marijuana.
Texas Medical Marijuana Reform Fails to Pass
Texas medical marijuana reform is unlikely to occur in 2017. On May 29, 2017, the state’s legislative session came to a close; and with it, all hopes of passing House Bill 2107, a bill legalizing medical marijuana in the state.
New Cannabis Chocolate Candy Molds Identify THC Laced Edibles with State Safety Symbol.
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 8, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — The Cannabis Candy Mold Company has created the first-ever reusable chocolate molds specifically made for the home marijuana candy maker to distinguish the difference between THC medicated items meant for adults and candy for children.
Group Gathers at Texas State Capitol to Push for MMJ Legislation
Patients, caregivers and advocates are hoping to keep HB 2107 alive by gathering at the Texas State Capitol. They are urging members of the House Calendars Committee to schedule a vote on the bill, which would patients suffering from more than 22 conditions including cancer, HIV, Crohn’s Disease and PTSD to use medicinal marijuana.
Alternate Health Corp Reports Full Year 2016 Financial Results
DALLAS, Texas, May 8, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – Alternate Health Corp. (CSE: AHG and OTC: AHGIF), a diverse healthcare company that uses its expertise in technology and data analytics to revolutionize patient care and research in the emerging medical cannabis industry, today announced its results for the full year ending December 31, 2016.
Proposal to Fix Texas Medical Marijuana Program Advances With Committee Approval in House of Representatives
AUSTIN, Texas, May 8, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – The Texas House of Representatives Committee on Public Health approved a bill Friday afternoon (7-2) that would fix the state’s currently unworkable medical marijuana program and make the unnecessarily restrictive law more inclusive.
Big Marijuana Investors Hear Pitches from Dozens of Startups in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas, April 27, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — More than 200 high net-worth investors from around the world will gather in Austin, TX at the Arcview Investor Forum to hear pitches from dozens of promising cannabis companies in a “Shark Tank” like forum.
Hundreds of Marijuana Investors Meet Dozens of Start Ups in Austin, TX May 2-3
AUSTIN, Texas, April 20, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — More than 200 high-net worth investors from around the world, eager to invest in the fastest growing industry in America will gather at AT&T Conference & Education Center for a two day “Shark Tank”-like pitch forum.
Hold Your Horses: Texas Did Not Legalize Marijuana
Over the Easter weekend the internet was abuzz with the news that, seemingly out of nowhere, the state of Texas had legalized recreational marijuana. But did it really? The answer, as it turns out, is a resounding no.
Dallas Approves Cite and Release Program for Marijuana Possession
On April 12, 2017, the Dallas City Council voted 10-5 to approve an ordinance that would reduce the penalties of marijuana possession.
Proposal to Reduce Marijuana Penalties Advances in Texas House of Representatives
HOUSTON, Texas, April 3, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – A proposal to reduce penalties for marijuana possession in Texas received bipartisan approval from the House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee on Monday and will soon be scheduled for a full vote in the House.
Texas Bill to Reduce Marijuana Penalties Gets Committee Hearing
A bill that would reduce the penalties for the possession of marijuana in Texas got a hearing Monday.
Alternate Health Corp. Announces Closing of a CAD $7.5M Non-Brokered Private Placement
PLANO, Texas, March 13, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Alternate Health Corp. (CSE:AHG, OTC:ATEHF) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it closed on March 6, 2017, a non-brokered private placement with gross proceeds of CAD$7,569,055 less finder’s fees of CAD$259,330.50.
Texas Misses Out on Millions Due to Delayed Start of Medical Marijuana Act
Delays in implementing Texas’s medical marijuana law could be keeping the state from millions in tax revenues, according to Forbes. The Texas Compassionate Use Act became law on June 1, 2015, but it required doctors to write prescriptions for medical marijuana. Two problems stem from that requirement.
Houston-Area District Attorney Reduces Penalty For Marijuana Possession
If law enforcement officers in Harris County, Texas, find someone in possession of less than four ounces of marijuana, the officers will take the marijuana and require the possessor to sign a contract to attend a drug-education class. Kim Ogg, the District Attorney of Harris County, Texas, has decided as of March 1, 2017, she will no longer prosecute most marijuana cases.
Poll: Support Growing for Legalization in Texas
On Feb. 21, 2017, the University of Texas, in conjunction with the Texas Tribune, released the results of its February 2017 poll, with the outcomes demonstrating that opposition to legalization is on the decline while support for private use marijuana is on the rise.
Houston Area to Decriminalize Some Low-Level Marijuana Possession
More than two dozen U.S. states have legalized some form of marijuana for medical or recreational use, but the drug remains illegal at the federal level and in Texas. On Thursday, Houston officials announced the city will decriminalize low-level marijuana possession.
Cannabis in Pro Sports Event Happens Days Before Super Bowl
Just a few days from the Super Bowl, former NFL players attend the Cannabis in Professional Sports event at the Revention Music Center in Houston, TX.
Rocky Mountain High Brands (RMHB) Opening International Offices to Coordinate Global Sales Efforts
DALLAS, Jan. 10, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Rocky Mountain High Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:RMHB), a fully reporting consumer goods company specializing in brand development of health conscious, hemp-infused food and beverage products, and a naturally high alkaline water announced today the opening of several offices to support international sales initiatives.
Rocky Mountain High Brands (RMHB) Appoints International Vice President to Direct 2017 Asian Market Sales Initiative
DALLAS, Dec. 27, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Rocky Mountain High Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:RMHB), a fully reporting consumer goods company, has announced the appointment of Mrs. Lily Li as it’s new Vice President of International Sales effective December 20th.
Senator Files Bill to Expand Medical Marijuana Use in Texas
Democratic Senator Jose Menendez filed Senate Bill 269 Tuesday morning. Menendez was joined by veterans, doctors and families at the State Capitol.
Texas Lawmaker Filing Bill to Legalize Medical Marijuana
State Senator Jose Menendez will introduce a bill in Austin to legalize the use of medical marijuana.
Houston NORML Suggests Putting Marijuana Laws Before Texas Voters
For Texas legislators, it might be easier avoid political repercussions by placing new marijuana laws on a ballot, instead of voting themselves, Jason Miller, director of communications for the Houston office of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, told the Houston Press for a Nov. 25, 2016, article.
Texas Legislators File Bills Aimed at Decriminalizing Marijuana
Among the bills are those that would create a specialty court for certain first-time marijuana possession offenders, reduce criminal penalties for possession of up to an ounce of marijuana and re-classify convictions for possession of small amounts of marijuana.
Rocky Mountain High Brands and Former NFL Great and Television Legend Fred Dryer Ink Exclusive Deal
DALLAS, Nov. 10, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Rocky Mountain High Brands, Inc. (RMHB), announced today that it has executed a Letter of Intent to collaborate with Fred Dryer of NFL and television fame.
Cherubim Interests, Inc. Subsidiary and United Cannabis Corp. Collaborate To Design and Deploy Mobile Extraction Laboratory For The Cannabis Sector
DALLAS, Oct. 31, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Budcube Cultivation Systems announces that it has partnered with United Cannabis Corp (OTCQB: CNAB) to design, construct and deploy mobile extraction laboratories to service the cannabis sector.
Rocky Mountain High Brands Enters Into Distribution Agreement With Austin, Texas Based Alternative Goods Wholesaler
DALLAS, Oct. 20, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Rocky Mountain High Brands, Inc. (OTCQB:RMHB), a fully reporting consumer goods company of health conscious, hemp-infused food and beverage products and high alkaline water has entered into a distribution agreement with Dazed Inc./Counterculture Brands of Austin, Texas.
Marijuana Training Class in Texas
A local advocacy group is looking to educate the public on the movement to reform the marijuana laws in Texas.
Luxury Educational Yoga-Cannabis Retreat Company, KUSHA, Launches Today
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 13, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — KUSHA, the first Yoga with SubstanceTM educational luxury retreat company, announces today its official opening, with services aimed at educating clients on the physical and mental benefits of combining cannabis and yoga.
CANNDESCENT Raises $6.5 Million in Seed Round Funding, Largest on Record For a Southern California Cultivator
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Aug. 31, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — CANNDESCENT, a California cultivator of premium cannabis flower, closed a $6.5 million seed round led by Texas investor, Lee McPherson, and CANNDESCENT CEO Adrian Sedlin.
Texas Legislators And Business Leaders Argue For Decriminalization of Pot
Legislators and business leaders in Texas are making the case for decriminalizing marijuana in their state, according to a July 18, 2016, article in the Austin American-Statesman. They are trying to address a common problem. Minor, nonviolent drug offenses often prevent people from getting jobs due to their criminal record.
Rocky Mountain High Brands Engages Carter, Terry & Company to Provide Investment Banking Services
DALLAS, June 29, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Rocky Mountain High Brands, Inc. (OTC PINK:RMHB) announced today that the Company has engaged Carter, Terry & Company, a full-service investment brokerage, investment banking, asset management, and banking services firm.
Indoor Harvest Corp Announces First Quarter Results
HOUSTON, Texas, May 17, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Indoor Harvest Corp (OTCQB:INQD) is pleased to report first quarter results for 2016.
North American Cannabis Holdings Reports $377K YTD Sales with 6% Qtr to Qtr Revenue Growth and 8% Gross Profit Increase
DALLAS, Texas, May 17, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — North American Cannabis Holdings, Inc. (USMJ) today announced filing its quarterly financial report for the period ending March 31, 2016. The Company reports $377,000 YTD sales through its third fiscal quarter.
Ricky Williams is in Portland to Talk Weed Investment
Ricky Williams is one of America’s great Weed Martyrs.
WOFA Begins Marketing CannaStrips
TYLER, Texas, March 1, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Wisdom Homes of America, Inc. (the “Company”) (OTC PINK: WOFA) concentrates on licensing products and technology benefiting the cannabis patient and consumer.
South West Cannabis Conference & Expo Announces Special Keynote Speaker Montel Williams
FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 22, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — The Southwest Cannabis Conference & Expo is pleased to announce special celebrity keynote speaker Montel Williams for the largest Texas cannabis conference in history.