High-Tech Solutions: Exploring Innovations to Detect Impaired Driving by Cannabis Users
Nearly two hours after the subjects vape, Guy is engaged in a thoughtful discussion with the woman he’s assessing about the need to address addiction with more treatment and less punitive measures. He then shines a light in her eyes and remarks, “You got big pupils.” “I am sober,” the woman responds, a sudden edge […]
USDA ARS Researcher Martin Locke Advances Agricultural Sustainability Solutions
Martin Locke: A Leader in Agricultural Research Dr. Martin Locke currently serves as the Director of the USDA-ARS National Sedimentation Laboratory (NSL) located in Oxford, Mississippi. Since March 1, 2016, his leadership has guided the NSL in its mission to conduct interdisciplinary studies that encompass the physical, chemical, and biological processes connected to natural resources […]
Mississippi’s Medical Marijuana Program Faces Major Setbacks Amid Regulatory Challenges
In late 2020, Mississippi voters approved a significant ballot initiative aimed at establishing one of the most accessible medical marijuana markets in the nation. Initiative 65 proposed medical marijuana identification cards priced at no more than $50 for patients, ensured that taxes on medical marijuana would not exceed the state’s regular sales tax rate, and […]
XtendFlex Soybean Technology Boosts Yields and Enhances Weed Control for Farmers
As farmers head to their fields this spring to plant soybeans, many are opting for the new XtendFlex varieties from Bayer Crop Science. This season marks the first full-scale commercial use of the technology by farmers in the U.S. and Canada, featuring triple-stacked trait tolerance to dicamba, glyphosate, and glufosinate herbicides. Officials anticipate approximately 20 […]
Mississippi Prison Guards Seize Contraband Including Marijuana and Chicken Wings in Major Bust
Officers at a Mississippi correctional facility disrupted a potential early Christmas for inmates by seizing illegal substances and contraband, including marijuana, cell phones, and barbequed chicken wings. According to officials from the Mississippi Department of Corrections, officers at the South Mississippi Correctional Institute near Leakesville received an alert at 1:30 a.m. on Monday, triggered by […]
Five Arrested in Mississippi Prison Smuggling Case Involving Marijuana and Chicken Wings
LEAKESVILLE, Miss. — A recent incident highlights the intersection of cannabis legislation and prison security in Mississippi. On December 7, Christopher Naje Wilson, equipped with a court-ordered electronic ankle bracelet, attempted to smuggle contraband into the South Mississippi Correctional Institution (SMCI). The technology not only facilitated his capture but also underscores the importance of surveillance […]
Greenhouse Cannabis Measure Gains Momentum, Poised for Victory in Upcoming Vote
Voters in Ventura County have passed a measure permitting the commercial production of marijuana in greenhouses situated in unincorporated areas. As of the latest updates, 57% of voters favored the initiative, known as Measure O, with 193,405 votes counted, while 43% opposed it, amounting to 145,952 votes. Campaign spokesman Jared Ficker expressed cautious optimism about […]
Reed Food Technology Unveils Next Generation Innovations in Food Processing Solutions
Jeffrey Reed is the second-generation owner of Reed Food Technology, a company that specializes in creating custom spice and sauce blends for clients. Founded in 1995 by his father, R.J. Reed, the business began when R.J. had the opportunity to pivot from Tyson Foods after their acquisition of McCarty Foods. He developed several breading recipes […]
No Plans for Pardon in Life Sentences for Marijuana Offenses
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves stated on Monday that he is not currently considering a pardon for Tameka Drummer, a woman serving a life sentence related to a marijuana possession case. Drummer, 46, received the life sentence in 2008 after a traffic stop revealed a small amount of marijuana in her vehicle, leading to her designation […]
C Spire CTO Carla Lewis Recognized as One of Mississippi’s Most Influential African Americans
JACKSON, Miss., Aug. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Carla Lewis, chief technology officer for C Spire, a Mississippi-based telecommunications and technology services company, has been recognized by the Our Mississippi Honors organization as one of the Magnolia State’s most influential African Americans. C Spire’s Recognition of Leadership C Spire’s CTO, Carla Lewis, is celebrated for her […]
Pot-Bots Revolutionize Cannabis Sales: Investment Opportunities in Emerging Technology
Automated teller machines (ATMs) transformed banking by allowing customers to access their funds anytime, drastically reducing wait times and boosting bank efficiencies. A similar technological advancement is now poised to disrupt the cannabis industry—fully automated cannabis kiosks that utilize robotic arms and artificial intelligence (AI). These kiosks enable customers to purchase cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) […]