Monthly Archives: October 2018

Michigan Sheriffs Stand Against Legalized Recreational Marijuana

Michigan’s Sheriffs Say No to Legalizing Recreational Marijuana   Lansing, MI: 73 of Michigan's County Sheriffs are making a public statement today in releasing their names to support Healthy and Productive Michigan's efforts to defeat Proposal 18.1 which aims to legalize recreational marijuana. They join the Michigan Sheriffs Association, Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals, and the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan in endorsing this campaign. Scott Greenlee, President of Healthy and Productive Michigan said, "Michigan Sheriffs recognize the danger that legalized recreational marijuana means for our children and communities. We are [...]

Michigan Sheriffs Stand Against Legalized Recreational Marijuana2018-10-19T12:32:54+00:00

Marijuana Ring in Detroit – at a Donut Shop

Multi-state marijuana ring, which laundered drug money through the doughnut shop A donut shop in Detroit gets exposed for the front that it is: "The popular shop, where people can customize doughnuts with candy toppings, was a front for a multi-state marijuana ring, which laundered drug money through the doughnut shop, a sham marijuana dispensary next door and a business that fills ATM machines with cash, according to federal prosecutors. "The unusual drug investigation emerged Friday when Holy Moly owner Victor Attisha and two others were indicted in federal court on drug conspiracy, money laundering and other charges... "The [...]

Marijuana Ring in Detroit – at a Donut Shop2018-10-13T23:01:52+00:00

Kalamazoo Man involved in Murder over Marijuana Theft?

Kalamazoo Man involved in Murder over Marijuana Theft? Early in October of this year, marijuana was a big topic in a Kalamazoo Courtroom: "KALAMAZOO TOWNSHIP, MI -- Prosecutors have issued a murder warrant against a 27-year-old Kalamazoo Township man accused of fatally beating another man he said was trying to steal his medical marijuana. "The victim, a 52-year-old man, died Tuesday, Oct. 2 after he was critically injured Sunday..." Read the story Take Action Talking Points

Kalamazoo Man involved in Murder over Marijuana Theft?2018-10-13T22:21:48+00:00

Michigan Marijuana Using Neighbor Causes a Stink

Michigan Marijuana Using Neighbor Causes a Stink This Michigan house owner is experiencing the aroma of a neighbor's marijuana operation. "Taylor said he felt penned into his own house because the smell of the marijuana plants would drift to his backyard.  "Not knowing what to do, he contacted WILX, a Lansing television station. WILX did a story on his situation.  "Deputies from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office stopped by ... Read the article Take Action Talking Points

Michigan Marijuana Using Neighbor Causes a Stink2018-10-13T22:14:40+00:00

Michigan Teen Takes Marijuana Laced Brownies to School

Michigan Cheerleader Takes Marijuana Brownies to School This Michigan teenager made national news: a 17-year-old took marijuana-laced brownies to school with the hopes of it winning her some votes for Homecoming. " "A 17-year-old cheerleader at a Michigan high school is accused of giving pot brownies to fellow students in hopes they'd vote for her as homecoming queen.   "The student, now the subject of a criminal investigation, allegedly brought a pan of 12 marijuana-laced brownies to Hartford High School on September 26, authorities say." Read more   Take Action Talking Points

Michigan Teen Takes Marijuana Laced Brownies to School2018-10-13T17:05:58+00:00

Teen Brains Hurt More by Marijuana Than Alcohol

Teen Brains Hurt More by Marijuana than Alcohol This story from NBC news highlights a recent study that marijuana is more damaging to a teen's brain than alcohol. "Teen brains are more vulnerable to the effects of marijuana than alcohol, a new study finds. "Adolescents who begin using marijuana regularly may suffer lasting repercussions in their thinking ability, according to scientists at the University of Montreal. "The study, published Wednesday in the American Journal of Psychiatry, followed over 3,800 adolescents from 31 Montreal-area schools over four years..." Read the article Take Action Talking Points [...]

Teen Brains Hurt More by Marijuana Than Alcohol2018-10-10T22:12:57+00:00

Michigan Sees Increase in Drugged Driving Including Marijuana

Law Enforcement and State of Michigan Say there is Increase in Drugged Driving This news story out of Kalamazoo highlights the State of Michigan is seeing an increase in drugged driving, including marijuana. "The Michigan Department of Transportation said the number of drugged-driving deaths, including those involving marijuana, are on the rise. "State lawmakers and police say they're concerned the upcoming vote to potentially legalize recreational marijuana could put even more drugged drivers on the road..." Keep people safe: vote NO to legalizing recreational marijuana in Michigan. Keep reading  Take Action Talking Points [...]

Michigan Sees Increase in Drugged Driving Including Marijuana2018-10-10T21:52:28+00:00

Detroit News Editorial Says VOTE NO on Proposal 18.1

The Detroit News Editorial recommends a No Vote on Proposal 18.1 The Detroit News Editorial recommends a No Vote on Proposal 18.1 Their statement highlights, "The primary problem with this proposal is that it won’t do what its name implies: regulate marijuana like alcohol. Prop 1 would leave too much of the marijuana production and distribution network underground, making enforcement of regulatory and tax policies difficult." Read their statement in full. Read our Press Release Endorsements Take Action Talking Points Learn More

Detroit News Editorial Says VOTE NO on Proposal 18.12018-10-10T21:25:21+00:00

5-year-old Michigan Child Dies When Hit by Driver Who Had THC in Her System

Allegan County: 5-year-old Michigan boy dies in July when hit by a driver who had THC in her system. According to newly obtained police reports, Collige admitted to detectives she smoked “half a bowl” of marijuana about 11.5 hours before the 7 p.m. crash at Windsor Woods Village manufactured home community, east of US-131. Read the tragic story here. Learn More Take Action Talking Points

5-year-old Michigan Child Dies When Hit by Driver Who Had THC in Her System2018-10-09T21:11:38+00:00

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