Cara Wietstock

Bellingham

Senior Content Producer at Green State

Articles

Does this federal ban impact cannabis? Depends

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

The Trump administration has stirred up every corner of the political landscape since taking office on January 20th. His appointment as Secretary for Health and Human Services (HHS), Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.), is a well-known anti-vaccine conspiracist. RFK Jr. is also avidly against synthetic food dyes in American products. That makes it no surprise that the HHS and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an expedited plan to phase petroleum-based dyes out of American food.
Hitoki Trident V3 review: updated tech, same lasers | GreenState

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

Things always feel high-tech once lasers enter the chat, especially weed accessories. The Hitoki line of cannabis devices has always sat on the cutting edge. Both the Trident and the more compact Saber use a blue laser to combust flower instead of the traditional flame. The company holds a patent on laser combustion, so aside from the Beam, which likely has a patent on laser vaporization, this is the only laser bong on the market. It can definitely rip and delivers a mini light show with every hit.
Weed reform crusades hit two more states

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

While some states have reached a stride with legal cannabis, others have been fighting in recent weeks for the same. The Pennsylvania House is moving quickly on a new legalization bill. Meanwhile, Nebraska lawmakers are attempting to change an already passed initiative, much to the chagrin of constituents who voted in its favor.
Scary economy shifts cannabis buying habits

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

Tariffs and rising prices are impacting many American industries–weed included. Things have gotten tighter recently, but the high cost of goods and services started before the new year. Small businesses and corporations are figuring out how to survive, and people have shifted their buying habits to adjust to realistic budgets on everything from groceries to cannabis. The released an extensive poll that detailed exactly how people are spending on weed.
Weed arsonist is terrorizing Chicago

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

There is trouble afoot in Chicago. As of Saturday, an arsonist has hit three cannabis stores with a nasty weapon. The Villa Park Police Department issued a release on Saturday announcing the third attempted arson at a cannabis dispensary in two weeks. Each event happened in the early hours, at about three to four in the morning.
Outspoken drug expert talks perfect shroom prep

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

The cannabis industry was built by a beloved group of activists and advocates. Dennis Peron, Brownie Mary, and Jack Herer all played enormous roles in helping patients access medical marijuana. Dr. Sue Sisley, president of Scottsdale Research Institute (SRI), has also earned a lifelong space in the crew for her work with veterans and first responders.
Kacey Musgraves sets pot gossip straight | GreenState

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

Kacey Musgraves’s stoner fanbase bottomed out about a year ago when she released Deeper Well. That is because in the title track she sings that she used to wake and bake. She says that being high all the time felt right. But in the next run, the lyrics explain that she is getting rid of habits that help her waste time. The thought is punctuated by lines No regrets, baby, I just think that maybe // It’s natural when things lose their shine.
Adored pop star sets pot gossip straight

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Cara Wietstock

12 hours agoThis super hot weed product is flying off shelvesWhen it comes to the emerging cannabis space, it seems like there’s something new every day. From infused pre-rolls to live rosin vapes, products …6 hours agoEx-Dallas Cowboys QB at peace with past as he helps those to avoid his mistakesQuincy Carter is fully aware of all of it, and he runs from none of it. He’s 47, and this is who he is. Good, bad, left, wrong and right.
Federal dispute could change these harsh weed rules

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

The legal cannabis space has reached new territory. While some states are in the first steps to reform, others are over a decade in. This new weed phase has led to interesting territory, like one Canadian brand seeking legal action against the regulatory body punishing them. RELATED: Bountiful weed byproduct enhances this health foodGhost Drops has been fighting a $500,000 fine from Health Canada since its issuance.
Bountiful weed byproduct enhances this health food

1 week ago | greenstate.com | Cara Wietstock

Kombucha has come a long way in the last few decades, just like weed. There was a time when cannabis consumers had to hide their preference for pot. At this same time, kombucha was often viewed as a “woo-woo” drink for hippies. The sparkling beverage has since risen in popularity. Now, countless “booch” brands line traditional grocery store shelves. This is partially due to the sweet, fruit flavors they often come in–and potential health benefits.