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Tea Pad Brings Live Music and Cannabis Industry Networking to D.C. on October 29 to Empower Women in Cannabis STEM
Tea Pad Foundation LTD, a Maryland nonprofit that advances women in cannabis science and policy, will host “Tea Pad – After 90 Years, We’re Legal in D.C.!” on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. EDT at Higher Ground, a licensed cannabis consumption lounge in Washington, D.C. The evening pairs live jazz, product…
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From Land Mines to Local Cannabis: How Overseas Relief Work Shaped High Demand’s ‘Chain of Trust’
High Demand’s founder shares how managing a Cambodian NGO shaped his approach to D.C. cannabis retail, public trust, and building community-focused care.
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Primo Payments on navigating the unbanked reality of the cannabis industry
Primo Payments, a longtime leader in cannabis-focused payment solutions, reflects on the unique financial challenges facing cannabis operators. In this Q&A, the team explains why the industry remains widely misunderstood, how federal inaction continues to stall banking reform, and what businesses should look for when choosing a stable, compliant payment processor.
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4/20 Happenings in the DMV: Events, Specials, Activism and More!
It’s that time of year again—buds are bloomin’, clouds are puffin’, and the DMV is lighting up for 4/20. Whether you’re planning to chill, socialize, or fight for the cause, this year’s lineup has something for every kind of cannabis lover. From concerts and movies to policy talks and prison reform, the DC scene is…
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NECANN’s Role in Shaping the East Coast Cannabis Industry
Marc Shepard, co-founder and president of NECANN, provides insights into the current state of the cannabis market, with a particular focus on the East Coast. Shepard contrasts the East Coast’s market stage (opportunity and expansion) with the West Coast’s (competition and attrition). He discusses the varying regulatory approaches in East Coast states and emphasizes the…
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D.C. Cannabis Industry unites ahead of pivotal regulatory shift
A recent industry mixer brought together members of the D.C. medical cannabis market to promote unity and collaboration ahead of a key regulatory deadline. Attendees emphasized the need to address historical fragmentation and regulatory inconsistencies.