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For cannabis enthusiasts, pulling out a vape pen has become preferable to rolling up a joint or a blunt for numerous reasons. Vaping is generally more convenient and discreet than smoking. Theres also research displaying evidence that vaping gets people higher than traditional methods of smoking.

Regardless, there are still many cannabis enthusiasts who arent fans of vaping due to the simple fact that it provides a different high than smoking.There are numerous reasons why thats the case. Here are just a few.

There are a variety of terpenes in cannabis that have a profound impact on the way cannabis enthusiasts feel when consuming marijuana. When people choose to vape cannabis its easier for them to enjoy the flavor of specific strains because the terpenes arent being burned.

The combustion that takes place when lighting a doobie or a bowlburns away the terpenesthat provide flavor, along with many of the cannabinoids that provide strains with their distinctive qualities. Vaporizing allows cannabis enthusiasts to alternate the temperature levels of their devices which means its easier to preserve the subtle nuances a marijuana strain is capable of providing. This is one of the biggest reasons vaping marijuana often provides a different sensation than smoking it traditionally.

Another reason the vaping experience differs from that of traditional smoking is because it doesnt come with the harmful chemicals that come with smoking. This could be part of the reason why a vaping high can make cannabis enthusiasts seem more energetic. When smoking a joint or blunt its not unusual for people to spend the rest of the day on the couch. The cleaner high that vaping provides is both healthier and more conducive to having a productive day, while still being able to enjoy marijuana from time to time as it progresses.

One of the biggest reasons vaping provides a different high than smoking is due to the amount of THC that enters the bloodstream from vaping. Both vaping and smoking both allow THC to enter the bloodstream directly through the lungs. Even so,recent research revealsthat vaping results in higher levels of THC in the bloodstream when compared to smoking.

In the study, participants were each given 25 mg of THC to vape and 25 mg of THC to smoke. The group that vaped the 25 mg of THC had what was described as more significant drug effects when vaping, as opposed to smoking. This helps explain why vaping marijuana is capable of getting people higher than traditionally smoking.

Ever since the popularity of vaping cannabis began to rise, the debate over which method is more effective has raged on amongst cannabis enthusiasts everywhere. The science behind why vaping is more effective at providing a stronger high than smoking is still in its early phases, but the current evidence behind why thats the case is compelling to say the least.

Keep this information in mind for the next time someone tries to describe why vaping isnt as effective as regular smoking methods like bowls and blunts!

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Two men have been arrested and nearly 400 pounds of marijuana and hundreds of THC vaping cartridges seized in a "significant haul" of illegal drugs at a Minnetonka home, authorities said Thursday.

The men were awaiting charges after they were arrested Tuesday at their home near Interstate 494, said Lt. Derek Schuldt, commander of the Anoka-Hennepin Narcotics and Violent Crimes Task Force.

Schuldt said the investigation was continuing. "This overall case just kind of keeps building. ... It just keeps leading places," he said.

Authorities seized 700 vaping cartridges, along with 9 pounds of THC wax, more than 3 pounds of psilocybin mushrooms, 6 ounces of cocaine, 300 prescription pills and $26,000.

Schuldt said he suspects other people were involved in the drug operation.

"This is a pretty significant haul to put on two people," he said.

The Southwest Hennepin Drug Task Force assisted in the raid.

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Raid of Minnetonka house nets nearly 400 pounds of marijuana, 700 THC vaping cartridges and $26000 - Minneapolis Star Tribune

MARTINSBURG Monday's City of Martinsburg Board of Zoning Appeals meeting saw conversation surrounding issues regarding zoning ordinances in city limits connected to the selling of vape products.

Mohammed Nahshal, owner of USA Tobacco and Vape at 704 Winchester Ave., addressed the board to discuss the inspections, renovations and investments he's already been through in light of a recent notification that his store may not be allowed within its current zone an urban residential zone.

While the city's zoning ordinance allows vape product to be sold, floor space dedicated to such must be under 50% of the store, which Nahshal said it was.

In the end, the board encouraged Nahshal to provide evidence he met the less-than-50% threshold to move forward with the opening of his business.

According to official documents for the meeting, the applicant, Nahshal, requested an administrative appeal, pursuant to the Martinsburg Zoning Ordinance, to have a tobacco and vape shop at 704 Winchester Ave. in the urban residential zone.

I am writing to you with a plea to allow me to receive the zoning permit needed to open my store, Nahshal wrote. I was recently notified that the zoning permit has been changed so that vapes and vaping products are not allowed to be sold in that area. I have been renovating, gathering inventory and doing the necessary steps to open this store since August. For four months now, I have had several meetings and inspections with the city in which no one informed me that we were unable to sell vaping products in that area.

There were four separate inspections, in which an added wall, exit signs, fire extinguishers, removal of fire hazards and a plumbing permit for an added bathroom were checked, according to Nahshal. He added that during these meetings and inspections, it was clear that vapes would be sold, as well as tobacco products. He reported that he has already invested close to $200,000 into the store.

If I was told early on the zoning did not allow vaping products, then I would not have continued to invest money, time and effort into the store. Not being able to open this store would be a great loss for me, he added in the letter to the board.

After reporting to have complied with all the necessary changes requested to receive the zoning permit, Nahshal requested the help of the board of zoning appeals to assist him in continuing to move forward in opening the store.

The property owner was informed via telephone conversation in the spring of 2021 that a tobacco/vape shop was permitted at that location as a non-conforming use. The owner or applicant conducted building remodeling without a building permit during the summer of 2021. In July 2021, the new zoning ordinance was adopted. Numerous attempts were made to contact the owner to obtain a permit with no response, the official staff report states. A building inspector, fire inspector and city planner conducted a U&O inspection and found the work was not up to code nor permitted and requested permits for the completed work. Once the permits were submitted and reviewed, it was determined that the use was not permitted at that location. The ordinance permits cigar, cigarette and tobacco stores within the urban residential zone by right as neighborhood retail but not electronic cigarette/vaporizer' stores.'''

According to the ordinance, A business establishment for which more than fifty percent (50%) of the floor area is dedicated to the storage, mixing, display, and/or retail sale of electronic cigarette devices, nicotine-enriched solutions, and/or liquid products that are manufactured for use with electronic cigarettes, the following supplemental use regulations apply: a.) applicants shall present information to the building code official regarding proper ventilation and b.) outdoor use prohibited, in all districts, this use is prohibited in outdoor spaces.

Dana Keith, City of Martinsburg planner, said that at the meeting on Monday, Nahshal claimed that he was following the regulations by having less than 50% of the floor area dedicated to vape products.

The board upheld the planning staff decision and said the applicant should come back to work with them, she reported.

She added that it was encouraged that Nahshal come back and submit a floor plan to prove the statement made regarding the dedicated vape product floor space being under 50%.

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Were well beyond the notion that cannabis is taboo. Nearly a decade after Colorado and Washington became the first states to legalize recreational weed, 16 other states have followed suit and dozens more have relaxed draconian laws. What was once a substance demonized by Nixons DEA as a gateway drug is now widely accessible and accepted across the country.

Just as the perception of cannabis has changed, so too have the means by which we consume it. While most of us are familiar with bong rips and edibles, vaping remains a discrete, efficient means of getting high thats still being refined by the cannabis industry to this very day. And in spite of all thats changed, the Pax 3 is still the best way to vape flower and concentrate despite the fact that it was released in 2016.

I still remember when vaporizers like the Volcano were mainstream. Garish and bulky, stationary vapes made appearances at college parties on the rare occasion that someone could afford one. But Pax (then Ploom) turned the cannabis world on its ear in 2012 with the Pax 1 a portable, handheld vape that allowed for discreet, low-profile use.

Years later, the Pax 2 launched with serious upgrades, and the Pax 3 followed shortly after. Sleek and wonderfully simple, the single-button design offered better battery life, adjustable heat settings via Android app (sorry, iPhone users), Bluetooth connectivity and the ability to heat flower or concentrate, making it one of the best cannabis vaporizers on the market. Years later, that sentiment still rings true.

Beyond the obvious stats available on the Pax website, the $250 kit includes a few accessories. Alongside the vape, Pax includes a magnetic charging cable, cleaning kit, carrying case, keychain multi-tool, screens and two mouthpieces. And if a vaping kit seems a bit overkill, simply pick up the Pax 3 with the charger and maintenance tools for $200. Its easy to use on the fly, easier to clean than a gritty bowl, and does the job without fuss.

The Pax 3s portable design is perfect for toking on the go

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Before I began testing the Pax 3, it was my understanding that vaping weed was preferable to smoking it. Thats because, unlike bongs or joints that require a direct flame, Pax devices vaporize weed by applying concentrated amounts of heat to release the cannabinoids in flower. Its a process that significantly decreases respiratory irritation so long as you keep the temperature low, which is perfect for regular users.

As a longtime traditional toker, switching to a vaporizer was a foreign experience. For starters, Ive come to anticipate the smokey burn of ignited flower and a mouth full of fumes, but as I quickly learned after using the Pax, vaporizing is an incredibly clean experience I often took hits so clean that exhales yielded no sign of vapor. The taste of cannabis was also stronger and cleaner, which meant I could detect rich flavors that have evaded my tastebuds for quite some time. And because the Pax 3 is smart, I was able to control the temperature settings and toggle the vaping mode to customize the experience to my liking.

But perhaps the biggest surprise to come from vaping weed was the high. While smoking often generates an immediate, noticeable head high, vaping cannabis yields a slower, escalating high that peaks after approximately 15 minutes. Its a sensation that takes getting used to, but I was accustomed to it after a few nights of regular use. Though I dont care much for concentrates, the Pax 3 also ships with a concentrate insert (sold separately for $50 or included with the kit) that inserts into the oven chamber to vaporize extracts.

Regardless of your motivation, how you choose to get high is simply a matter of preference. Some enjoy the body high that comes with edibles, others prefer the steady high brought on by smoking and then there are those who just want to rip a bong and lay on the couch. While vaporizers offer a cleaner, more controlled means of getting baked, it might not be your first choice. Ive come to appreciate the Pax 3s creeping high, but there are times when I just want to puff on a joint or smoke a bowl if only because its what Im accustomed to.

And yet, the Pax 3 is certainly a capable tool that Im happy to have in my arsenal. Its a little pricey at $250, so if youre new to the cannabis scene, you might consider the Pax Era series instead for its entry-level cost. But if you enjoy vaping, clean highs and dont mind jumping on the digital weed train, the Pax 3 is the same safe bet it has been for years.

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Two unions have responded to this weeks wage increases approved by the Woodbury County Supervisors. The board gave all county employees a raise of 4 percent.

The Woodbury County Deputies and Correctional Officers Union CWA 7177 and Woodbury County Secondary Roads Union CWA 7103 have each sent a letter to the Board. They are requesting that supervisors opens each of their contracts to allow bargaining groups' raises to be more in line to keep up with inflation.

A small group in the Iowa House is working on a bill that would tax the liquid used in electronic cigarettes at or near the same rate as regular cigarettes. Representative Ann Meyer of Fort Dodge said shes concerned about the kids whore using E-cigarettes.

People who buy vaping products in Iowa pay the state sales tax, but people who buy a pack of rolled cigarettes pay a far higher tobacco tax. Opponents of a new tax on vaping liquid says its a healthier alternative to combustible cigarettes and should not be taxed like tobacco because theres no tobacco in it.

Two Indigenous Democratic lawmakers in South Dakota have introduced three bills that would change the name of Custer State Park, several location names in Gregory County that include the term scalp and school mascots that are named after terms derogatory to Native Americans, according to the Argus Leader.

Sen. Troy Heinert has brought Senate Bill 178 to replace the name of Custer State Park. Heinert said Custer State Park land does have a traditional Lakota name, but he purposely chose not to put a name in the bill or release it at this time because he wants to see the bill go through the process so lawmakers can learn the history of the area.

The bill will have a year for public debates and hearings, then four years to change signs and run an advertising campaign if needed.

The University of Nebraska may be taking a step toward selling alcohol at athletic events, according to the Omaha World Herald.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents at its Feb. 11 meeting is slated to consider reversing the long-standing ban on alcohol sales at Husker athletics events. The board will consider allowing the University of Nebraska president and chancellors to authorize the sale and consumption of alcohol at athletic events on campuses.

The regents also will consider allowing alcohol sales during the Big Ten Wrestling Championships at Pinnacle Bank Arena, according to an agenda posted Thursday. The tournament runs March 5-6.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Athletic Director Trev Alberts and UNL Chancellor Ronnie Green sponsored the proposal, and University of Nebraska President Ted Carter recommended and signed the proposed addendum to the agenda.

Giving the green light to alcohol sales at a sporting event wouldnt be entirely unprecedented for the Board of Regents. NU allows alcohol sales at Baxter Arena for University of Nebraska at Omaha hockey and basketball.

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BEAMSVILLE, Ontario, Feb. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vape product flavour restrictions have been positioned by youth advocacy groups and some health organizations as the best way to prevent youth vaping. As a result, several provinces have implemented various versions of a flavour ban, with the Northwest Territories and the federal government now considering following suit.

The Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) has repeatedly cautioned governments that flavour bans have proven unintended consequences, such as increased smoking, strengthened black-markets and small business closures. Tobacco control and addictions experts have echoed this sentiment, through calls for a more balanced regulatory approach that appropriately balances the lives of adult smokers with youth protection.

We often use the term unintended consequences to describe the negative effects of flavour bans, but after many years of advocacy and replicated research, these consequences are known. It would be more apt to call the consequences what they really are collateral damage, said Darryl Tempest, Government Relations Counsel to the CVA Board.

The conversation around these bans has been so focused on if they are justified, that no one seems to be asking if they even work. Governments continue to cite Nova Scotia as a model for the [flavour] ban, but Nova Scotia has yet to produce any data on youth vaping rates following the ban, said Tempest.

Nova Scotias 2021 financial statements display a dramatic increase in cigarette sales. Tax revenue was $11.5 million or 5.9 per cent higher than the estimate primarily due to an increase of 5.6 per cent in the consumption of cigarettes.

Further, an independent firm conducted an in-depth scan of the illicit market operating in Nova Scotia since the flavour ban was enacted over a year ago. The findings were clear, prohibition and ineffective enforcement have made the situation far worse while exposing youth and consumers to unregulated products. The report concluded that the flavour ban did not prevent access as intended and instead pushed vapers back to smoking, while removing the regulatory environment that served to protect youth.

There is no justification for knowingly pushing vapers back to a product that kills half its users. Proponents of these bans have yet to produce any real world modelling to suggest that flavour bans reduce youth experimentation without harming adult smokers, concluded Tempest.

Darryl TempestExecutive Director647-274-1867dtempest@thecva.org

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The State Tobacco Monopoly Administrations draft rules amend the countrys tobacco monopoly, extending it to e-cigarettes. As per the draft, local businesses must register with the tobacco authority. Moreover, local manufacturers must obtain an additional licence to prove they are in possession of sufficient funds for production, and for a facility and equipment that meet the set standards.

The tobacco authority added that it will establish a unified national electronic cigarette transaction management platform that all licensed e-cigarette wholesalers and retailers must sell products through, while tax collection and payment of e-cigarettes, shall be implemented in accordance with national taxation laws and regulations.

This means that vaping products and their manufacturers will be regulated strictly by the Chinese government in the same way as cigarettes and if done right, highlighted Filter, this could mean that China is about to revolutionize global tobacco harm reduction.

China National Tobacco Corporation (CNTC), which sells about 40% of the worlds cigarettes is the worlds largest tobacco company and is fully owned by the Chinese government. Filter explains that this means that the government has a lot to gain from expanding the market of vaping and heated tobacco products, especially given that 90% of the worlds vape products are manufactured in China.

Moreover, China is renowned for having repeatedly ignored and frustrated the WHO FCTC which has been consistently opposed to tobacco harm reduction. The Chinese government repeatedly frustrates the WHO FCTC, for example, by including tobacco industry personnel (including staff of the State Tobacco Monopoly Administration, which shares the same leadership with CNTC) amongst its delegates at Conference of the Parties (COP) meetings. At the third such meeting in 2008 (COP3), guidelines were adopted instructing Parties to restrict government interference by the tobacco industry. China reacted by declaring that these guidelines did not apply to Chinaand then increased the number of tobacco industry staff on its delegation for COP4, from two to five. At each subsequent COP, four Chinese tobacco industry delegates have participated in proceedings, often putting a spoke in the wheels of measures against tobacco manufacture, packaging and farming.

To this effect, it is believed that if China had to embrace tobacco harm reduction, it would boost the international debate on the topic like nothing before.

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