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: Sep 28, 2017, 7:06 pm • Updated: Sep 29, 2017, 7:25 pm By The Associated Press RENO, Nev. — State tax officials say the first month of legal sales of recreational marijuana in Nevada brought in more than $3.5 million in tax revenue. Nevada Tax Department spokeswoman Stephanie Klapstein (KLAPP’-steen) told The Associated Press […]
WYOMISSING, Pa. (AP) — A recovering addict who runs an addiction prevention program is one of 39 people charged last week in a $10 million drug ring operating in eastern Pennsylvania. Online court records show 54-year-old Michael D. Rowe posted bail and got out of the Berks County jail on Tuesday. He was among dozens […]
LGP has also commenced negotiations with German parties for exporting Australian products. LGP sees potential exports to Germany as being a crucial building block for the business going forward and plans to finalize negotiations within the month, which will be a catalyst for the expansion plan. Clinical Trials Last week, LGP’s products were accepted into […]
Published: Nov 27, 2017, 8:32 am • Updated: Nov 27, 2017, 9:33 am By Michael Catalini, The Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s incoming Democratic governor has promised to legalize marijuana, but just how speedy Phil Murphy and the Democrat-led Legislature can be remains murky. The effort’s top legislative backers say they have a […]
Published: Aug 19, 2017, 1:06 pm • Updated: Aug 18, 2017, 6:06 pm By Justine McDaniel, The Philadelphia Inquirer DOYLESTOWN, Pa. — Growing up in a Colonial home in Downingtown, Alessandro Cesario cultivated an interest in the family garden, trying to become “in tune” with plants and insects, and by the time he was 16, […]
The voters spoke, and legalized recreational marijuana in Nevada, but there have been some unintended consequences. Some buyers have been forced to return to the black market, despite the legalization. Some medical marijuana patients say they cannot afford “the price gouging” at dispensaries, so they’re turning to the streets. “It changed the whole quality of […]
63 SHARES ShareTweet People are so used to driving that they are willing to do all sorts of extra curricular activities while they speed down the road in a vehicle that can weigh more than a ton. The dangers of people driving high is now a regular debate, whereas before marijuana started becoming legal, hardly […]
Published: Dec 20, 2017, 12:54 pm • Updated: Dec 20, 2017, 5:50 pm By Bruce Kennedy, The Cannabist Staff The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs earlier this month issued a new directive for clinical programs that frees its doctors and pharmacists to discuss marijuana with military vets taking part in state-approved medical marijuana programs. The […]
Perfect for some summer time fun, check out the below recipe for making your own weed-infused wine at home. It’s a process that does take some time to yield proper results but the wait is most definitely worth it! Ingredients: Add a bare minimum of four ounces of stems, but one-half to one pound is […]
In 2009 the FDA began regulating the cigarette and tobacco industry after the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act was signed into law to ensure that health warnings were properly labeled and that sales to minors were restricted. In an interview with Bloomberg recently, the FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb suggested that it is […]