Cynthia “Sue” West, 86, of Bunker Hill, IL, died at her residence on Thursday, February 18, 2021. She was born November 28, 1934, in Princeton, IL to Leslie Rabe & Ruth (Anderson) Rabe. She married Ronald “Doc” West on June 19, 1954. He preceded her in death on March 1, 2003. She worked in the cafeteria for Bunker Hill School District. Cynthia was a member of the Bunker Hill Assembly of God. She was also in the Sit and Chat Club. She is survived by her children, Bob (Pam) West of Houston, TX, Karen West of Bunker Hill, IL, Matt (Renee) West of Bunker Hill, IL, Julie West of Bunker Hill, IL, Mike West of Bunker Hill, IL, Jodi (Dan) Kruse of O’Fallon, MO, Katie (Terry) Starks of Bunker Hill, IL, grandchildren, Doug West, Corey (Kenna) West, Nikki (Brian) West Beatty, Mary Kruse, Michael Kruse, Dane Sellars, Coy Sellars, Brady Bishop, Avery Starks, Samantha Starks, Bailey Starks, Dylan Starks, great-grandchildren, Mason Beatty, Owen Beatty, Kennedy West and sister, Elizabeth Stone of Castro Valley, CA. Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, son, James Thomas West, grandson, Samuel Thomas Kruse and sister, Ginna Schweigert. Friends may call on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill, IL from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Funeral services are Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 11:00 am at Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill, IL with Pastor James Hooker officiating. Burial will be at Bunker Hill Cemetery, Bunker Hill, IL. COVID 19 guidelines will be followed including mandatory masks. Memorials are suggested to Bunker Hill Tennis Court Project. Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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WGN-TV by: Judy Wang CHICAGO — One person was hospitalized after three homes caught fire in the Fuller Park neighborhood. A fire broke out at a home near 47th Street and Princeton Avenue around 5 a.m. Saturday morning and spread to two surrounding houses. One person was hospitalized with minor burns at St. Bernard Hospital. Two people, possibly more, were displaced. Neighbors said only two of the homes were occupied, the third had been vacant for years. The home where the fire started will have to be demolished. It took fire officials about two hours to get the fire under control. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. No further information was provided.
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Sent weekly directly to your inbox! Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli scored a second quarter touchdown against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. The Heart of Illinois Conference fared well during last week’s first round of the playoffs, posting a 4-2 record. The league is guaranteed to have at least one team playing again next week, too. Tri-Valley and Deer Creek-Mackinaw square off in a Class 2A second-round game at Downs. It will be a rematch of Week 2 when the Vikings routed Dee-Mack, 49-8. Tremont is at unbeaten Farmington in another 2A game, while Ridgeview/Lexington hopes to spring its second straight Class 1A upset, this time at Colfax against Peru St. Bede. Meanwhile, Prairie Central travels to Princeton for a Class 3A second-round game. Here’s a look at Saturday’s Pantagraph area playoff games: When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: Viking Field, Downs Season records: Deer Creek-Mackinaw 7-3, Tri-Valley 10-0 All-time playoff records: Deer Creek-Mackinaw 32-27, Tri-Valley 15-11 FYI: Andrew Petrilli put on a show last week in the second-seeded Vikings’ stirring 47-42 victory against Rockridge. Petrilli ran for 315 yards and passed for 198 more while accounting for six touchdowns. The senior quarterback has now rushed for 1,166 yards and thrown for 1,136 yards with a combined 35 TDs. Seventh-seeded Dee-Mack, which advanced with a 40-14 win over Chicago North Lawndale, is led by Brett Denniston’s 1,122 yards rushing on 181 carries while Lucas Blumeyer adds 607 yards on 55 carries. The winner moves on to the quarterfinals against the Tremont-Farmington winner. When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: Farmington Season records: Tremont 8-2, Farmington 10-0 All-time playoff records: Tremont 17-14, Farmington 9-18 FYI: Shamar Williams was at it again last week during a 19-0 victory over Momence, leading No. 6-seeded Tremont with 158 yards on 25 carries and scoring all three of the Turks’ touchdowns. Williams upped his season total to 1,318 yards with 22 TDs. The shutout was the first this season for the Turks, who are allowing 14.3 points per game. Third-seeded Farmington, champion of the Prairieland Conference, took care of another HOIC school, El Paso-Gridley, 42-6, in last week’s first round. Farmington, which is ranked No. 5, has the second biggest scoring differential among the Class 2A field at 37.1 points. When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: Princeton Season records: Prairie Central 8-2, Princeton 9-1 All-time playoff records: Prairie Central 13-15. Princeton 12-10 FYI: Prairie Central hammered Chicago King, 55-0, while Princeton handled Poplar Grove North Boone, 47-14, in the first round. The Hawks will try to continue to pound away in the run game with Drew Fehr (1,063 yards) and Camden Palmore (824). Prairie Central has attempted just 34 passes all season. Princeton junior QB Teegan Davis is a dual threat with 1,536 yards and 18 TDs passing and 934 yards and 16 TDs rushing. Augie Christiansen is the top rusher at 841 yards, while the Tigers have two productive receivers in Bennett Sieriens (24 for 470 yards) and Matt Lucas (26 for 452). Princeton was ranked fifth in the final 3A state poll. Hal Chiodo talks to his players Monday following football practice at Colfax. The Hall of Fame coach is back in the game at age 66 as head coach of the Ridgeview-Lexington co-op. When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: Colfax Season records: St. Bede 8-2, Ridgeview 6-4 All-time playoff records: St. Bede 9-16, Ridgeview 6-13 FYI: Ranked ninth in the final 1A state poll, St. Bede opened the playoffs with a 30-19 win over Chicago Hope. R-L defeated Rushville-Industry 34-6 as Kaden Farrell rushed for 235 yards and three TDs. Farrell has amassed 1,616 yards and 15 scores on the season. The Mustangs have used both Alec Thomas (454 yards passing) and Carter Coffman (394) at QB. Ben Peacock (375 yards receiving) and Farrell (205) each have 12 receptions. Bruins’ QB John Brady has covered 639 yards on the ground and thrown for 1,358. Luke Fortney has 1,091 receiving yards, while St. Bede has benefitted from the week eight return of running back Luke Story from injury. Tri-Valley wide receiver Noah Streenz (24) pulls down a long pass against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 3A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli was all smiles as he leaps across the goal line to score the winning touchdown against Rockridge in the Vikings’ 47-42 victory Saturday in a Class 2A first-round playoff game at Downs. Tri-Valley linebacker William Masters (4) takes down Rockridge halfback Peyton Locke (26) in their Class 2A first-round playoff game Saturday at Downs. Tri-Valley running back Blake Regenold (34) is chased by Rockridge lineman Sam Buser (60) and linebacker George Starks (56) during their Class 2A first-round playoff game Saturday at Downs. Tri-Valley wide receiver Nathan Simon pulls down a pass against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley wide receiver Naoh Streenz (24) pulls down a pass that set up the winning touchdown against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli crosses the plane of the end zone to score a touchdown against Rockridge in the second quarter of their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley defensive back Grant Fatima (10) breaks up a pass intended for Rockridge wide receiver Nate Henry (12) in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli scored a second quarter touchdown against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley wide receiver Noah Streenz pulled down a pass against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli runs against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley running back Blake Regenold scores a touchdown against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli celebrated with his teammates as they defeated Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. — By Jim Benson and Randy Reinhardt
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Heart of Illinois Conference football teams Tri-Valley and Ridgeview/Lexington posted second-round playoff victories and advanced to next week’s quarterfinals. Hal Chiodo talks to his players Monday following football practice at Colfax. The Hall of Fame coach is back in the game at age 66 as head coach of the Ridgeview-Lexington co-op. Tri-Valley quarterback Andrew Petrilli scored a second quarter touchdown against Rockridge in their IHSA Class 2A playoff game at Downs, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device.
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Democrats, meanwhile, are pushing to legalize recreational marijuana in 2022. Former Missouri marijuana prisoner Jeff Mizanskey—whose sentence was commuted by a governor— says in a new op-ed that proposed cannabis ballot initiatives have “significant flaws” and that lawmakers should instead pass a legalization plan that emphasizes “liberty and freedom.” / FEDERAL The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service tweeted a reminder that responses to a federal hemp survey are due on Friday. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee Democrats tweeted about improvement to hemp crop insurance, saying, “As the hemp industry grows, it is important that we provide producers with risk management tools that are flexible and effective adequate crop insurance. This news is great for our hemp producers and economy.” Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) spoke about the low tax rate in her marijuana legalization bill. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) tweeted, “#HOPEAct and #SAFEBanking take achievable, bipartisan steps towards cannabis reform that are critical to the lives of millions of Americans. With these bills, Congress can #PassProgress and begin the long overdue process of ending the federal prohibition of cannabis. #HOPEforSAFE.” He also tweeted a meme calling on Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to schedule a vote on the marijuana banking bill. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) tweeted, “Our courageous veterans deserve access to lifesaving treatment for PTSD and chronic illness—period. I’m working with my Cannabis Caucus Co-Chairs to make sure medical cannabis is accessible to our vets. It’s long overdue.” Rep. Marie Newman (D-IL) tweeted, “The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing industries, and its workers should have access to a strong union. I will always stand with workers and the middle class in the fight for fair wages, strong benefits, and safe working conditions.” Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) tweeted, “The drug war has proven that criminalizing substance use only worsens the crisis. @POTUS’s proposal to permanently classify fentanyl analogs as Schedule I drugs is quite literally deadly. Our approach must be rooted in public health and saving lives.” Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) tweeted, “The ‘war on drugs’ has done nothing but devastate communities across the country. I’ve introduced a bill with @RepCori to start treating substance use as the public health issue that it really is.” / STATES Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate John Cranley, currently Cincinnati’s mayor, tweeted, “For decades we locked up mostly Black and brown men for possessing a drug that we knew was less harmful than alcohol. It’s time we change that. Let’s #LegalizeIt and invest that revenue right back into our communities.” Pennsylvania Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Shapiro, currently the attorney general, tweeted, “Do you want to see marijuana legalization, affordable health care, and a raise in the minimum wage? Me too. There’s one way to get it done in Pennsylvania, and it comes on Election Day.” Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried, currently the agriculture commissioner, tweeted, “Floridians stick together. In 2022, we’re sticking together to expand Medicaid so people can get the care they need, legalize marijuana with restorative justice, protect our environment and so much more.” Maryland lawmakers declined to vote on overriding Gov. Lary Hogan’s (R) veto of a bill to decriminalize drug paraphernalia. A New Mexico senator spoke during a congressional hearing about how the state is diversifying its revenue away from relying on the oil and gas industry by legalizing marijuana. The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that drug dog alerts no longer generate probable cause for searches. The Vermont Department of Health said it has no relevant records about police claims of fentanyl-laced marijuana. The Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center sent a public health alert about reports of fentanyl-laced marijuana. Connecticut regulators posted a “final draft” of marijuana social equity criteria and related workforce development plan criteria. The New York State Fair will have designated smoking areas at its 2022 event due to complaints about marijuana smoke this year. Montana regulators sent a warning about a scam targeting marijuana businesses. Massachusetts regulators are accepting applications for hemp licenses. Kansas regulators published hemp rules. Oklahoma regulators proposed rules on cannabis seed sales and hemp testing and processing. 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The White House Office of Management and Budget is being asked by the Competitive Enterprise Institute to mediate a marijuana finger-pointing dispute between the Drug Enforcement Administration and Department of Health and Human Services where each agency says the other is responsible for a scientific review used in cannabis scheduling decisions. A Missouri Republican representative filed a joint resolution to put marijuana legalization on the ballot for voters to decide in 2022. Separately, activists are collecting signatures for their own cannabis initiatives. Activists in Kent, Ohio proved that they collected enough signatures for a local marijuana decriminalization ballot measure after officials improperly invalidated petitions. Voters will now decide on the measure in 2022. / FEDERAL The Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals is considering a growing number of appeals of security clearance eligibility denial due to marijuana use. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) criticized President Joe Biden’s nominee for U.S. attorney for Massachusetts for declining to prosecute certain drug offenses and other crimes as a district attorney. Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) authored an op-ed calling on Congress to remove a rider blocking Washington, D.C. from legalizing marijuana sales. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) tweeted, “Since I introduced the STATES Act with @repblumenauer in 2018, I’ve fought for achievable, incremental cannabis reform that can build a bipartisan consensus and directly impact the lives of Americans across the country. Congress needs to #PassProgress, not sink it. #HOPEforSAFE.” After introducing a marijuana expungements bill, he also tweeted, “Your move, @SenSchumer.” Rep. Betty McCollum (D-MN) tweeted, “New changes to Minnesota’s medical cannabis program will take effect next year, including providing new edible options – with required safety messaging and labeling for patients.” FormerDemocratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang tweeted, “Talked to an investor in psilocybin-based compounds as a treatment for depression – seems very promising.” / STATES Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried, currently the agriculture commissioner, reiterated concerns about the medical cannabis licensing process for black farmers. The Michigan Court of Claims partially granted and partially denied a request for an injunction on regulators’ recall of marijuana products. California regulators proposed emergency rules that will waive licensing fees for marijuana equity businesses. Colorado regulators issued a health and safety advisory about potentially unsafe marijuana products from Innovative Fusion LLC. Vermont regulators decided not to recommend specific warning labels on the health effects of cannabis products. Former Gov. Howard Dean (D) tweeted, “This is a mistake. While I favor legalization, Cannabis is not benign and should be treated the way alcohol is. THC content matters and the higher the THC the more likely bad side effects which can include psychosis. Vermont has to do better here.” Connecticut regulators reported that medical cannabis is the most common controlled substance dispensed to state residents. Ohio regulators will consider increasing medical cannabis purchase limits this week. New York regulators launched an online portal where cannabinoid hemp businesses can apply for licenses. New Mexico regulators held a public hearing on proposed rules to require labor peace agreements for marijuana businesses. Arizona state and local governments have generated more than $106 million in marijuana tax revenue in the first year of legal sales. 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BOYS GAMES Hononegah 82 Freeport 51 Rockford Lutheran 58 Winnebago 54 Fulton 54 Byron 37 Stillman Valley 60 Princeton 47 Aquin 58 Big Rock 44 Galena 62 Rockford Christian 57 Forreston 59 Shullsburg 54
GIRLS GAMES Boylan 67 Jefferson 26 Hononegah 44 Harlem 36 Guilford 66 auburn 52 Winnebago 41 Galena 22 AFC 34 Oregon 29 Big Foot 61 North Boone 26 Byron 53 Lena-Winslow 32 DeKalb 39 East Aurora 26 Rockford Lutheran 53 East Dubuque 41 Forreston 35 Fulton 27 Sycamore 58 Rolling Meadows 45 Sherrard 51 Stillman Valley 44 Copyright 2021 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Free to read (but not free to produce)! We’re proud of our newsletter and the reporting we publish at Marijuana Moment, and we’re happy to provide it for free. But it takes a lot of work and resources to make this happen. If you value Marijuana Moment, invest in our success on Patreon so we can expand our coverage and more readers can benefit: https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment / TOP THINGS TO KNOW The Drug Enforcement Administration and National Institute on Drug Abuse are backing a White House plan to make it easier to research marijuana, psychedelics and other Schedule I drugs. A pair of Ohio Republican lawmakers formally filed a marijuana legalization bill. The move comes as activists are nearing completion of the first phase of their signature drive for an initiative to legalize cannabis. An Indiana Republican representative said he plans to file a medical cannabis bill in the new session. Democrats, meanwhile, are pushing to legalize recreational marijuana in 2022. Former Missouri marijuana prisoner Jeff Mizanskey—whose sentence was commuted by a governor— says in a new op-ed that proposed cannabis ballot initiatives have “significant flaws” and that lawmakers should instead pass a legalization plan that emphasizes “liberty and freedom.” / FEDERAL The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service tweeted a reminder that responses to a federal hemp survey are due on Friday. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee Democrats tweeted about improvement to hemp crop insurance, saying, “As the hemp industry grows, it is important that we provide producers with risk management tools that are flexible and effective adequate crop insurance. This news is great for our hemp producers and economy.” Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) spoke about the low tax rate in her marijuana legalization bill. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) tweeted, “#HOPEAct and #SAFEBanking take achievable, bipartisan steps towards cannabis reform that are critical to the lives of millions of Americans. With these bills, Congress can #PassProgress and begin the long overdue process of ending the federal prohibition of cannabis. #HOPEforSAFE.” He also tweeted a meme calling on Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to schedule a vote on the marijuana banking bill. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) tweeted, “Our courageous veterans deserve access to lifesaving treatment for PTSD and chronic illness—period. I’m working with my Cannabis Caucus Co-Chairs to make sure medical cannabis is accessible to our vets. It’s long overdue.” Rep. Marie Newman (D-IL) tweeted, “The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing industries, and its workers should have access to a strong union. I will always stand with workers and the middle class in the fight for fair wages, strong benefits, and safe working conditions.” Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) tweeted, “The drug war has proven that criminalizing substance use only worsens the crisis. @POTUS’s proposal to permanently classify fentanyl analogs as Schedule I drugs is quite literally deadly. Our approach must be rooted in public health and saving lives.” Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) tweeted, “The ‘war on drugs’ has done nothing but devastate communities across the country. I’ve introduced a bill with @RepCori to start treating substance use as the public health issue that it really is.” / STATES Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate John Cranley, currently Cincinnati’s mayor, tweeted, “For decades we locked up mostly Black and brown men for possessing a drug that we knew was less harmful than alcohol. It’s time we change that. Let’s #LegalizeIt and invest that revenue right back into our communities.” Pennsylvania Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Shapiro, currently the attorney general, tweeted, “Do you want to see marijuana legalization, affordable health care, and a raise in the minimum wage? Me too. There’s one way to get it done in Pennsylvania, and it comes on Election Day.” Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried, currently the agriculture commissioner, tweeted, “Floridians stick together. In 2022, we’re sticking together to expand Medicaid so people can get the care they need, legalize marijuana with restorative justice, protect our environment and so much more.” Maryland lawmakers declined to vote on overriding Gov. Lary Hogan’s (R) veto of a bill to decriminalize drug paraphernalia. A New Mexico senator spoke during a congressional hearing about how the state is diversifying its revenue away from relying on the oil and gas industry by legalizing marijuana. The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that drug dog alerts no longer generate probable cause for searches. The Vermont Department of Health said it has no relevant records about police claims of fentanyl-laced marijuana. The Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center sent a public health alert about reports of fentanyl-laced marijuana. Connecticut regulators posted a “final draft” of marijuana social equity criteria and related workforce development plan criteria. The New York State Fair will have designated smoking areas at its 2022 event due to complaints about marijuana smoke this year. Montana regulators sent a warning about a scam targeting marijuana businesses. Massachusetts regulators are accepting applications for hemp licenses. Kansas regulators published hemp rules. Oklahoma regulators proposed rules on cannabis seed sales and hemp testing and processing. New Jersey regulators published a report on the methods used to determine economically disadvantaged areas for the purposes of awarding priority marijuana business licenses. — Marijuana Moment is already tracking more than 1,300 cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments. Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —
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Photo courtesy of Chris Wallis // Side Pocket Images. Cannabis banking left out of NDAA (Newsletter: December 8, 2021) DEA-HHS cannabis dispute brought to White House office (Newsletter: December 6, 2021) Tom Angell is the editor of Marijuana Moment. A 20-year veteran in the cannabis law reform movement, he covers the policy and politics of marijuana. Separately, he founded the nonprofit Marijuana Majority. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students for Sensible Drug Policy. (Organization citations are for identification only and do not constitute an endorsement or partnership.) Published on By “Urgent” marijuana pardon request for Biden; NE gov in anti-cannabis ad; UN rejects kratom ban; VA highlights marijuana benefits for PTSD Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day.
Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Your good deed for the day: donate to an independent publisher like Marijuana Moment and ensure that as many voters as possible have access to the most in-depth cannabis reporting out there. Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment / TOP THINGS TO KNOW Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) and other House lawmakers slammed Senate leadership after marijuana banking provisions were not included in a bicamerally negotiated version of the National Defense Authorization Act. The congressman filed a new amendment to add his legislation back in but did not insist on a vote so as not to jeopardize the broader defense bill—though he said he spoke with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) about pursuing separate options to force the other chamber to consider the reform. Reps. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY), Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) sent President Joe Biden a letter to “urgently request” an update on calls to issue mass marijuana pardons so incarcerated people can reunite with their families as the holidays approach. Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts (R) appears in a new TV ad campaign that prohibitionist group Smart Approaches to Marijuana’s state affiliate is now airing as reform activists seek to qualify medical cannabis initiatives for the 2022 ballot. The United Nations World Health Organization’s Executive Committee on Drug Dependency decided against recommending an international ban on kratom. The Department of Veterans Affairs published a podcast interview with a researcher discussing his study showing the benefits of medical marijuana in treating PTSD symptoms and talking about how federal prohibition impedes the scientific process. / FEDERAL The U.S. Sentencing Commission reported that federal fentanyl criminal cases are rising and now outnumber those for marijuana. The U.S. Department of Agriculture published a short podcast on changes to hemp crop insurance rules. The International Trade Administration noted Malta’s marijuana market opportunities in a report. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown (D-OH) reiterated his concerns about advancing marijuana banking legislation without sentencing reform attached. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) tweeted, “End the war on drugs.” Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) wrote in a constituent letter that “marijuana is illegal for sound reasons.” Rep. Cliff Bentz (R-OR) authored an op-ed about problems associated with illegal marijuana cultivation. / STATES New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) discussed her appointment for the state’s top marijuana regulator. Alabama Republican gubernatorial candidate Tim James criticized the new medical cannabis law, saying it is about “creating a cartel to peddle marijuana across this state.” Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried, currently the agriculture commissioner, tweeted, “As we work to legalize cannabis in Florida, we can’t afford to build a system that repeats the discriminatory mistakes of the past. Medical marijuana licenses should be awarded to qualified growers, not only those that can afford 6 figure fees.” The Maine legislature’s Marijuana Advisory Commission filed an annual report. A Wyoming representative tweeted, “How many jail cells could be turned into affordable housing opportunities if we stopped the needless and harmful war on drugs? How many lives would be saved if drugs were regulated rather than pushed on the black market?” Ohio regulators issued a mandatory recall of medical cannabis products after receiving reports of foreign matter, possibly plastic, within the packaging. New Mexico regulators began accepting applications for additional marijuana business license types. Connecticut’s marijuana Social Equity Council acted on requirements for cannabis social equity business applications. Washington State regulators said they successfully launched a new marijuana tracking system. A Rhode Island lottery for an additional medical cannabis dispensary license is being delayed amid a legal challenge from a disqualified applicant. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will participate in the Emerald Cup this weekend. New Jersey regulators posted tips on preparing to submit marijuana business license applications. Oklahoma regulators sent a reminder about requirements for transporting medical cannabis. The Illinois State Police published a FAQ about expunging marijuana records. Nebraska regulators posted hemp cultivation license application guidance. — Marijuana Moment is already tracking more than 1,300 cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments. Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —
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Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… They say a journalist is a machine that converts coffee into copy. But where do you think the coffee comes from? Readers like you! Signing up for a $25/month subscription will help keep us digging, interviewing and reporting on all the cannabis news that’s fit to print. And in return, you’ll gain access to our Bill Tracker tool, too, so you can have the most up-to-date information on the drug policy reform efforts around the U.S. Join Marijuana Moment for $25/month to support our work: https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment / TOP THINGS TO KNOW Reps. Kathleen Rice (D-NY), Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Angie Craig (D-MN) and Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) introduced a new bipartisan bill in Congress to require the Food and Drug Administration to regulate hemp-derived CBD foods and beverages. The White House Office of Management and Budget is being asked by the Competitive Enterprise Institute to mediate a marijuana finger-pointing dispute between the Drug Enforcement Administration and Department of Health and Human Services where each agency says the other is responsible for a scientific review used in cannabis scheduling decisions. A Missouri Republican representative filed a joint resolution to put marijuana legalization on the ballot for voters to decide in 2022. Separately, activists are collecting signatures for their own cannabis initiatives. Activists in Kent, Ohio proved that they collected enough signatures for a local marijuana decriminalization ballot measure after officials improperly invalidated petitions. Voters will now decide on the measure in 2022. / FEDERAL The Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals is considering a growing number of appeals of security clearance eligibility denial due to marijuana use. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) criticized President Joe Biden’s nominee for U.S. attorney for Massachusetts for declining to prosecute certain drug offenses and other crimes as a district attorney. Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) authored an op-ed calling on Congress to remove a rider blocking Washington, D.C. from legalizing marijuana sales. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) tweeted, “Since I introduced the STATES Act with @repblumenauer in 2018, I’ve fought for achievable, incremental cannabis reform that can build a bipartisan consensus and directly impact the lives of Americans across the country. Congress needs to #PassProgress, not sink it. #HOPEforSAFE.” After introducing a marijuana expungements bill, he also tweeted, “Your move, @SenSchumer.” Rep. Betty McCollum (D-MN) tweeted, “New changes to Minnesota’s medical cannabis program will take effect next year, including providing new edible options – with required safety messaging and labeling for patients.” FormerDemocratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang tweeted, “Talked to an investor in psilocybin-based compounds as a treatment for depression – seems very promising.” / STATES Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried, currently the agriculture commissioner, reiterated concerns about the medical cannabis licensing process for black farmers. The Michigan Court of Claims partially granted and partially denied a request for an injunction on regulators’ recall of marijuana products. California regulators proposed emergency rules that will waive licensing fees for marijuana equity businesses. Colorado regulators issued a health and safety advisory about potentially unsafe marijuana products from Innovative Fusion LLC. Vermont regulators decided not to recommend specific warning labels on the health effects of cannabis products. Former Gov. Howard Dean (D) tweeted, “This is a mistake. While I favor legalization, Cannabis is not benign and should be treated the way alcohol is. THC content matters and the higher the THC the more likely bad side effects which can include psychosis. Vermont has to do better here.” Connecticut regulators reported that medical cannabis is the most common controlled substance dispensed to state residents. Ohio regulators will consider increasing medical cannabis purchase limits this week. New York regulators launched an online portal where cannabinoid hemp businesses can apply for licenses. New Mexico regulators held a public hearing on proposed rules to require labor peace agreements for marijuana businesses. Arizona state and local governments have generated more than $106 million in marijuana tax revenue in the first year of legal sales. Nevada regulators accused a marijuana cultivation and production company of tax avoidance. Washington State regulators sent an update and policy statement on transitioning to a new marijuana tracking system. Vermont’s Cannabis Control Board and an advisory subcommittee will meet this week. — Marijuana Moment is already tracking more than 1,200 cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments. Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —
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Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… BREAKING: Journalism is often consumed for free, but costs money to produce! While this newsletter is proudly sent without cost to you, our ability to send it each day depends on the financial support of readers who can afford to give it. So if you’ve got a few dollars to spare each month and believe in the work we do, please consider joining us on Patreon today. https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment / TOP THINGS TO KNOW Reps. Dave Joyce (R-OH) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) filed a new bipartisan bill in Congress to fund state and local marijuana expungement programs. National Institute on Drug Abuse Director Nora Vokow—the U.S.’s top drug science official— said she personally hesitates to study marijuana because its federal Schedule I status makes it “much more cumbersome” than studying other substances. The Drug Enforcement Administration once again proposed a huge boost in the legal production of illegal psychedelics like psilocybin, MDMA and DMT to be used in research. The agency initially wanted just 30 grams of psilocybin produced in 2021, and now that’s been boosted to 8,000 grams for 2022—a 26,567% increase, reflecting a massive level of interest in psychedelics research. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced new changes to “strengthen” crop insurance policies for hemp producers. GW Pharmaceuticals won a preliminary victory over Canopy Growth Corporation in a patent infringement case the latter company filed over cannabis extraction methods, as IP lawyer Larry Sandell of Mei & Mark, LLP explains in an op-ed for Marijuana Moment. / FEDERAL U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service tweeted a reminder that responses to a federal hemp survey are due next week. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) tweeted, “The message across the country is clear: The vast majority of Americans support legalizing marijuana. @RonWyden, @SenBooker, and I are working to pass our Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act to end the federal prohibition and repair the harm done by the War on Drugs.” Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jack Reed (D-RI) said he hasn’t spoken to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) about the possible inclusion of marijuana banking provisions in the National Defense Authorization Act. Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH) raised concerns about fentanyl-laced marijuana and other drugs in a Senate floor speech. Re. Jay Obernolte (R-CA) tweeted about “illegal marijuana operations in California that are stealing our water, inserting harmful pesticides into our ecosystems, and wreaking havoc on our public lands.” The House bill to allow CBD as a dietary supplement got one new cosponsor for a total of 35. / STATES Texas’s attorney general appealed an injunction on regulators’ smokable hemp ban to the state Supreme Court, putting the policy back in place for now. South Dakota’s attorney general issued a report finding that the state’s hemp program does not substantially affect police’s ability to go after illegal marijuana. Arkansas activists believe they will raise enough money to fund a successful signature gathering effort to put a marijuana legalization measure on the 2022 ballot. The New Mexico legislature’s Finance Authority Oversight Committee approved a $5 million loan program for cannabis microbusinesses. Several Indian tribes located within New York are conducting retail marijuana sales. An Illinois judge issued an order consolidating several lawsuits challenging regulators’ marijuana business license award processes. Georgia regulators blocked media access to pre-hearing conferences about medical cannabis business license denial protests. Pennsylvania regulators sent an alert to patients about an ongoing review of the safety of medical cannabis vaping products. Vermont regulators sent a warning about a scam targeting marijuana businesses in which callers pretend to be from the Cannabis Control Board. The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development is hiring grants analysts for a marijuana revenue-funded program to help communities impacted by the drug war. Ohio regulators posted updated medical cannabis patient and caregiver numbers. New Jersey marijuana regulators will hold a public meeting on Tuesday. — Marijuana Moment is already tracking more than 1,200 cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments. Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —
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WHBF – OurQuadCities.com by: Britni Moses An investigation is underway to find more information regarding a single-vehicle rollover crash that happened Saturday afternoon in rural Scott County. The Scott Emergency Communications Center received an emergency call at approximately 3:16 p.m. for a rollover accident at 26618 Bluff Road, near Princeton. According to the Scott County Sheriff’s Department, Bluff Road is a two-lane black top road with small gravel shoulders. The Scott County Sheriff’s Accident Investigation Team was called out, and an on-scene investigation determined the accident involved a 2016 Toyota Camry driven by a 28-year-old male from Davenport. A news release from the sheriff’s department says the vehicle was traveling west on Bluff Road and, as it came upon a slight curve in the road, the driver failed to navigate the curve and drove straight. The vehicle went off the road to the north, struck a mail box, fence and a telephone pole. This caused the vehicle to roll over and land upside down on its top. The driver was reportedly not wearing a seatbelt, and deputies say alcohol may have been a contributing factor. MedForce Helicopter Medical Service was called and transported the driver to University Hospitals, Iowa City, with non-life-threatening injuries. Scott County Sheriff’s Patrol, Scott County Sheriff’s Reserve, Princeton Police, Princeton Fire, and Medic assisted with the incident. Copyright 2021 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 Already a subscriber? LOGIN » By: Staff – Updated: 5 months ago Posted Jun 15, 2021 PRINCETON – Although the annual “More on 34” 100-mile garage sale will not take place this year, it has been reinvented for 2021. Even though Henry County is not participating this year, the Bureau County Tourism Group wanted to keep the event going and is calling it “More in Bureau County.” Sales are being scheduled across Bureau County, not just along Route 34. All communities in the county are welcome to participate. Garage sales will be held on Friday and Saturday of Father’s Day weekend, June 18 and 19. Some may even open on Thursday for the early bird shoppers. A list of garage sales has been posted on the More on 34-Bureau County Facebook page and on the Bureau County Tourism web page. To list your sale, share it to the Facebook page with your complete address (rural sales are welcome to list some directions), a list of a few items you will have for sale, and your sale hours and days. Please be mindful of the current health department guidelines when hosting or attending a sale –wear a mask if you are not vaccinated, wash your hands often and keep a social distance from other shoppers. Bureau County Fairgrounds will host a Two Day Garage/ Barn Sale that weekend. There will be a new location on the northwest side of the fairgrounds. This building has a concrete floor and chain link outside walls for plenty of fresh air. Spaces will be spread out for social distancing. Sale hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekend activities In addition to the sales, Spring Valley will hold its Summer Fest ‘21 on Saturday, June 19 with a beer garden opening at noon, bags tourney, petting zoo, face painting, Steve Sharp band from 7 to 11 p.m. and fireworks at dusk. The Psycho Silo Saloon will have a car/motorcycle swap meet Friday and Saturday. Saturday will be Jeeper’s Creepers Jeep Show day, so stop and look for parts, have a cold brew and enjoy the music. Friday night, come to Main Street in Princeton for the kick off free street concert featuring The Chicago Experience from 5-9 p.m. in front of the Prouty Building. Food and drink will be available from the Bureau County Cattlemen, who will be cooking, and the Lions Club will serve deep fried mushrooms. Bring your lawn chairs. The Princeton Farmer’s Market opens at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday morning at Soldiers and Sailors Park on the south end of Main Street. Then Beef & Ag Days returns to Princeton on Saturday with kids’ activities including a pedal pull at 1 p.m. There will also be a petting zoo, bounce house and face painting. A day of musical entertainment will include the Covered Bridge Chorus at 11:30 a.m., Kevin Kramer from noon to 2 p.m., Seven Miles South band from 2 to 4 p.m. and a special high school band performance from 4 to 5 p.m. That evening, bring your lawn chair and enjoy Nashville recording artist Jake Mauer from 6 to 9 p.m. If you wish view the full all article, watch this short video or subscribe now for full access. 815-539-9396 • 815-539-7862
