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White House Press Secretary Makes Fun of Marijuana Question
In response to a question about the White House's stance on marijuana legalization, deputy press secretary Josh Earnest went for laughs rather than answer the reporter's query at Monday's presser.
Hempfest Stops Rolling of 'World's Largest Joint'
Brian Laoruangroch's plan to roll the world's largest joint at Seattle Hempfest fizzled when event security evicted him from Myrtle Edwards Park on Saturday for trespassing.
Jack Reacher Author on Weed: Smoking for 44 Years
The author who's penned 18 novels about Jack Reacher gets his inspiration from marijuana. "I’m the poster boy to prove it doesn’t do you much harm," says British-born Lee Child.
Doritos Giveaway Earns High Marks at Hempfest
The cheeky message affixed to Doritos bags given away at Hempfest by Seattle police reminds hungry stoners that "the contents of this package are as delicious as they appear."
Auburn Boots Top Tackler Over Pot Bust
Arrested for marijuana possession Saturday morning, Auburn safety Demetruce McNeal has been dismissed from the Alabama football squad by head coach Gus Malzahn.
Seattle Hempfest: Day 1
The opening day of this weekend's Seattle Hempfest featured music, panels and speakers, such as Harborside Health Center's Steve DeAngelo who held court in the Hemposium tent.
The Week in CelebStoner News: Aug. 12-18
A judge ruled against stop and frisk, a governor signed a dispensary bill, the Attorney General announced changes in drug sentencing and Seattle police said they'd be handing out Doritos at Hempfest.