The federal government won’t be easing its laws on marijuana as part of a criminal justice reform bill that’s expected to pass this week. U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colorado, had hoped to attach an amendment to the proposed First Step Act to remove the threat of federal prosecution in states…
After months of chatter, a booze-free beer promising a different kind of buzz will hit pot shop shelves this week just in time to be a stocking stuffer for select folks age 21 and up.
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The co-owners of the embattled Sweet Leaf cannabis business have been ordered to pay $8.8 million for breach of contract over properties they were buying in Denver.
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FAQs
What is Columbia NORML?
Columbia NORML is South Carolina’s oldest chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, established in 2007. It is organized as a non-profit and run by a group dedicated volunteers.Columbia NORML is South Carolina’s oldest chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, established in 2007. It is organized as a non-profit and run by a group dedicated volunteers.
Are you a registered Non-Profit?
Yes, Columbia NORML is a federally registered 501(c)(3) which means that all donations to the organization are tax-deductible. We neither support, endorse, nor donate to political parties or candidates.
How do I join?
You can join by paying an annual membership of $25. We accept memberships in cash, check, or online. Benefits of membership include invitations to member-only events, membership card, monthly membership newsletter, and entitles you to vote and run for leadership positions.
What if i just want to donate?
That’s fine too. We understand that some people may choose to not be a member. We appreciate those individuals’ donations even more.
Why don’t we just file a statewide petition and make cannabis fully legal?
South Carolina does not have a statewide initiative and referendum process that does not involve the state General Assembly. It’s in the state constitution. We can, however, go that route at the county and city levels of government; and, to do that would take funds we don’t have yet. But, small contributions add up. Considering giving what you can today.
Published: Jan 26, 2018, 2:19 pm • Updated: Jan 26, 2018, 2:20 pm By Daniel J. Schneider, The Denver Post While The Denver Post has experimented with several commenting platforms, and even wound up without them entirely for a few weeks late last year, The Cannabist has plodded along, steadfast, with Disqus comments. But recently […]
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Albuquerque City Council voted to decriminalize marijuana possession in small amounts Monday night, after lengthy testimony from citizens mostly urging them to approve the change to the local criminal code. The proposal put forward by city council members Pat Davis and Isaac Benton would amend Albuquerque’s criminal code by making it […]
Published: Feb 1, 2018, 12:32 pm • Updated: Feb 1, 2018, 12:32 pm By The Associated Press AUGUSTA, Maine — Maine lawmakers are making it all but certain that retail pot sales approved by voters in 2016 will be pushed back again until next year. A move to push back sales until this spring failed […]
U.K. border security officials at Heathrow Airport have seized CBD oil intended for a 12-year-old epilepsy patient. Charlotte Caldwell, the mother of Billy Caldwell, told reporters that the British government had “most likely signed my son’s death warrant.” Young Billy has a severe form of epilepsy that causes up to 100 seizures per day. He […]
Depression is a serious mental disorder that affects over 350 million people worldwide. It is typically defined as going through at least two weeks of “low mood” which remains constant through most situations. These types of mood disorders are typically accompanied by varying feelings of low self-esteem and/or self-worth, low energy, loss of interest in […]
Published: Sep 19, 2017, 10:08 am • Updated: Sep 19, 2017, 10:11 am By Zach Murdock, Sarasota Herald-Tribune Sept. 19 — SARASOTA — City leaders are planning to work around a state law to try to more closely regulate where medical marijuana dispensaries could operate within Sarasota. This summer, state legislators passed a suite of […]
Published: Nov 13, 2017, 11:05 am • Updated: Nov 13, 2017, 11:18 am By Chris Lisinski, lowell Sun LOWELL, Mass. — Although retail sales of recreational marijuana can begin in July, many customers across northern Massachusetts may have to travel significant distances or wait several months to acquire the substance. Moratoriums are becoming widespread, with […]
Super Bowl Sunday! After a long season, it finally comes down to two teams and one game! Will the high flying Eagles pull off the upset or will the Patriots continue to add to their already epic legacy? No matter who you’ve got, there’s no better chance to try out this awesome recipe for some […]
The post Girl Scout Sells Over 300 Boxes Of Cookies Outside Dispensary appeared first on High Times. The Girl Scouts might want to think about changing from their motto from “To Serve God and my Country,” as they serve cookies to marijuana dispensary customers. It seems that marijuana legalization could be the best thing to […]
Sir Patrick Stewart has entered the ring in a 6-year-old’s battle for access to medical marijuana. While cannabis is considered a viable medication in many facets of the world, there are still many places skeptical of the once-taboo plant. Namely, the U.K., where it remains illegal for most medical patients to adequately harness the power of […]