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Category Archives: Medical Marijuana

Oligopoly Sought for Marijuana Distribution

Posted on 02/23/2019 by Cal SkinnerFebruary 23, 2019
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The medical marijuana folks are seeking to replicate the distribution system of hard liquor and wibe in Illinois. After the end of prohibition, the Wirtz family and I think one other firm ended up with the legal authority to sell … Continue reading →

Posted in Cannibals, Marijuana, Medical Marijuana, Pam Althoff, Pot | 8 Replies

Crystal Lake Has Done No Planning re Sale of Medical Marijuana

Posted on 01/08/2014 by Cal SkinnerJanuary 7, 2014
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Seeing that some Illinois municipalities are making plans for the sale of medical marijuana–including allowing drive-thru operations in Naperville–I asked the City of Crystal Lake for documents relating to the selling or raising of marijuana. Here’s the answer I received: … Continue reading →

Posted in Cannibals, Crystal Lake, Marijuana, Medical Marijuana | 4 Replies

Illinois Goes to Pot

Posted on 08/01/2013 by Cal SkinnerAugust 1, 2013
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A press release from Governor Pat Quinn: Governor Quinn Signs Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Act With Some of Nation’s Strongest Regulations Law Will Help Ease Pain for People With Chronic Conditions, Cancer Patients and Veterans with Disabilities CHICAGO – … Continue reading →

Posted in Cannibals, Marijuana, Medical Marijuana, Pat Quinn, Pot | Leave a reply

Medical Marijuana Bill Passes House – Roll Call

Posted on 04/17/2013 by Cal SkinnerApril 18, 2013
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The roll call shows three of four McHenry County State Representatives voted for Lou Lang’s House Bill 1. They are Jack Franks, Mike Tryon and Barbara Wheeler. Tim Schmitz, who represents the smallest part of McHenry County (near Huntley), and … Continue reading →

Posted in Lou Lang, Marijuana, Medical Marijuana | 6 Replies

Tryon Taking Poll on Legalizing Medical Marijuana

Posted on 11/28/2012 by Cal SkinnerNovember 28, 2012
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Up popped an email from State Rep. Mike Tryon tonight.  Take a read and then take his poll: Dear Friend, I am hoping you will take a few minutes to participate in a survey, so I can better represent you … Continue reading →

Posted in Cannibals, Joe Ebbesen, Legalize, Marijuana, Medical Marijuana, Mike Tryon, Poll, Pot | 6 Replies

Local Medical Marijuana Votes

Posted on 01/06/2011 by Cal SkinnerJanuary 6, 2011
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If you have the patience compare the votes on the board with the following official roll call: The bill was voted upon again and only 56 of the 60 needed votes were cast. The three state representative representing McHenry County—Mike … Continue reading →

Posted in Marijuana, Medical Marijuana, SB 1381 | Leave a reply

Medical Marijuana Passes State Senate

Posted on 05/27/2009 by Cal SkinnerMay 27, 2009
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Here’s the roll call on SB 1381, the legislation that would legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes: Click to enlarge the image. Locally, both State Senators Pam Althoff and Dan Duffy were on the negative side of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Dan Duffy, Illinois, Marijuana, Medical Marijuana, Pam Althoff, SB 1381 | Leave a reply
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