LeVar Thomas

3 days ago | stupiddope.com | LeVar Thomas

In a state crowded with over 500 cannabis brands, Silly Nice has carved out a powerful niche from Mount Vernon to Brooklyn by doing something remarkably rare: staying true to small batch values while scaling across New York. Just one year after its official launch, this Black-owned, Veteran-owned cannabis company is now ranked among the Top 150 brands in New York’s new cannabis market. That’s no small feat in a highly competitive, rapidly evolving industry. What’s driving the buzz?

1 month ago | stupiddope.com | LeVar Thomas

When April 20th rolls around in Red Hook, New York, the air takes on a festive buzz—and it’s not just from the waterfront breeze. 4/20 is more than a date on the calendar. For cannabis lovers across the state, it’s a day to celebrate freedom, flavor, and high-functioning flower. And when it comes to quality weed that hits hard and smokes smooth, there’s only one name that should be on your radar this year: Silly Nice.

1 month ago | stupiddope.com | LeVar Thomas

French cuisine is known for its depth, richness, and tradition—but what happens when you remove all animal products and reimagine every dish from the ground up? At Delice & Sarrasin, a cozy, family-run restaurant tucked into the West Village, the answer is deliciously clear. This all-vegan French kitchen has managed to bring the elegance of Parisian dining to Manhattan without a drop of cream, butter, or meat.

1 month ago | morningstar.com | LeVar Thomas

New York, NY, March 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a bold move to promote equity and economic empowerment in New York’s legal cannabis market, Silly Nice, a Black and Veteran-owned cannabis brand, has joined forces with The Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative (CJEI). This partnership is dedicated to supporting communities disproportionately impacted by past cannabis prohibition through education, training, and employment opportunities.

2 months ago | stupiddope.com | LeVar Thomas

On March 1, 2025, the world lost an icon—Angie Stone. A native of Columbia, South Carolina, Stone’s impact on music spanned decades, crossing genres and generations. From her pioneering days with The Sequence to her neo-soul reign, she defined authenticity, resilience, and soul. Her unexpected passing in a car accident leaves a void, but her voice and artistry remain timeless.