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Mary Jane’s Guide: In one word, what’s wrong with Ohio’s medical marijuana program?

Everyone’s a buzz. No, not that kind! Both traditional and social media seem to be buzzing about what’s wrong with the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program. Missed deadlines. Onerous restrictions. Exorbitant license fees. Sky high prices.…

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LBGTQ "warrior" and UK folk singer headling at Rumba Cafe June 23

UK folk-pop singer Lucy Spraggan will be playing a headlining show at Rumba Cafe on June 23rd.


She just released her fifth (!!!) studio album Today Was A Good Day on May 3rd…

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Life After Prison in Ohio

With each criminal conviction, the state of Ohio matter-of-factly tells the defendants how long they will spend behind bars. Hidden from view, in the “fine-print,” is a long list of additional penalties attached to these convictions.…

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