Tomorrow’s 4/20, and that means… it’s time for the Mercury‘s Weed Issue! This week we’ve got all kinds of goodies for you to check out:
• Under the Counter: Comparing Craigslist Weed to Dispensary-Bought Cannabis: A thorough investigation into whether the tested, regulated cannabis in Oregon dispensaries is any better than the homegrown stuff you can get of Craigslist. Is it?
• Weed Fairies Are Real! All you have to do it open your heart and mind, and weed fairies will bestow blessings upon you.
• The Grass Is Greener on La Mota’s Side: Our profile of Oregon’s growing La Mota chain of dispensaries, headed by a 28-year-old Latina businesswoman and staffed by 80 percent women.
• Move Over, Amsterdam! Pass the dutchie, Dutchies. Portland’s the best weed city in the world now.
• Reclaim Your Bong! Tips and tricks for getting your favorite piece of glassware sparkling clean.
• Kush Quality Clothing Ideas for Your 4/20 Celebration! It’s a high holy holiday. Well, high at least. So dress the part.
• For Those Who Are Not About to Rock: A CBD strain might be just what the doctor ordered. (Disclaimer: We’re not doctors.)
• Music + Weed = Sometimes Great, Sometimes the WORST. A horror story in which too many edibles resulted in a disastrous concertgoing experience.
• Token No More: Jesce Horton and the Minority Cannabis Business Association. The MCBA cultivates true diversity in the budding business of bud.
• The Best (and Worst) Video Games to Play When You’re Stoned: Mario Party, Resident Evil, Seaman—the Mercury‘s crack team of stoned gamers has just the game for you.