Tag: Polk County
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Here’s The Latest Court Update On State Vs. Lacie Navin, Iowa’s Pending (And Important) CBD Criminal Case
Lawyer Colin Murphy, an excellent marijuana attorney, has taken over the case. Recent updates include motions for discovery. Looks like this one may be going all the way to trial. Below are the latest motions and docket entries courtesy of Iowa Courts Online. For more updates as this case progresses please do follow WeedPress on…
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Drinking Liquor at the Polk County GOP Convention? Better Blog About It!
Yesterday’s Polk County GOP Convention had a reporter from the Iowa Republican there live blogging the event. Apparently, illegally consuming alcohol on school grounds is socially acceptable, but allowing medical cannabis for those who truly need it is not. From The Iowa Republican: ” 9:08 Good thing my flask is easily hidden. 9:42 (drink). 10:13…
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Iowan with Scoliosis, Bipolar: “If it wasn’t for marijuana I would not be able to walk”
Here’s a testimonial from an Iowan with scoliosis and bipolar disorder: “I have been diagnosed with scoliosis and deterioration of the disks and spine. I am an avid smoker. If it wasn’t for marijuana I would not be able to walk or move and take care of my daily duties. It helps with my pain…
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VIDEO: Iowa Republican Caucus Discusses Medical Cannabis at Polk County Convention
Today’s Polk County GOP convention discussed supporting medical cannabis. Video is below. See also: Live Blog: Polk County GOP Convention Follow WeedPress on Facebook for more.
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Iowa Cannabis Activists Find Success At Caucuses, Advance Medical Cannabis Resolutions To County Conventions — Bipartisan Supporters Elected as Delegates
Here’s my report about the Iowa Caucuses last Tuesday: Republican mayor of West Des Moines Steve Gaer , with daughter Margaret, who has a severe form of epilepsy. Steve and Sally want cannabis legalized for their daughter as recommended by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy in 2010, which heard testimony from former chair of the…