by Robin Abcarian It’s not clear who coined the term “California sober.” Or even, really, exactly what it means. In 2019, the journalist Michelle Lhooq wrote in […]
Tag: marijuana
Maryland might see ‘high’ times ahead
Neighboring Maryland is on the verge of legalizing recreational marijuana. Question 4 on the Maryland ballot asks voters, “Do you favor the legalization of the use of […]
June 12 letters to the editor
‘Good guys with guns’ didn’t stop shooter Nineteen “good guys with guns” were totally unable to stop the systematic slaughter of 21 innocent people, 19 of whom […]
Lawmakers explore med marijuana law, safety at work
West Virginia lawmakers have been exploring the gaps between legalization of marijuana products for medical purposes versus the desire to assure employees aren’t impaired in the workplace. […]
Coal mine drug test law needs revised
This story begins with Bobby Beavers’ difficulty sleeping. The Bluefield coal miner talked with a pharmacist and decided to try CBD, a chemical compound found in marijuana, […]
Medical marijuana firms try to find balance
BY CHRIS LAWRENCE CHARLESTON — As American society slowly warms to the idea of marijuana legalization, manufacturing firms are trying to figure out a delicate balance. Medical […]
Employment conundrum: greater marijuana use
America is slowly, but inevitably, moving toward legalization of marijuana. Recreational use of cannabis is legal in 18 states and Washington, D.C. Thirty-seven states, including West Virginia, […]
The Good, the Bad and the Stupid
Today, we’re introducing what may become a recurring segment: The Good, the Bad and the Stupid, where we break down some of the bills introduced in the […]
Can weed save W.Va.?
On Nov. 12, West Virginia introduced its first medical cannabis dispensary: Trulieve Medical Cannabis Treatment Center opened its doors in Sabraton, with plans for sister stores to […]
Preston police make multiple drug arrests at and near music festival
MASONTOWN — Law enforcement in Preston County made multiple arrests at and around Marvin’s Mountain where Resonance Festival was held over the weekend. The festival was expected […]
