Jean-Gabriel Fernandez
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Why Legal Marijuana Is Safer
“Instead of legitimate companies making something safe, they are going to be selling stuff on street corners that could be horrible,” said Donald Trump. Read more
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Unbridled Joy and Fun in ‘Black Nativity’
Even if religion is not your thing, 'Black Nativity' remains an enjoyable show that’s brimming with song, dance and celebration set to the beat of African drums. Read more
All Credit Goes to Willie Nelson
Relax, Willie Nelson Didn’t Give Up Marijuana
Just like Willie Nelson, who keeps enjoying marijuana without smoking it, you can get high without harming your lungs with easy-to-cook, homemade edibles. Read more
Great Northern Distilling Makes Quintessential Wisconsin Spirits
Situated in Plover, “at the gateway to the pineries of Wisconsin,” as they say, the distillery’s mission is to create handcrafted spirits with locally produced ingredients. Read more
Marijuana Legalization Will Be Decided by Referendum in New Jersey
After failing to legalize marijuana through its legislature, New Jersey will try a constitutional amendment to pass cannabis reform. Read more
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‘The Band’s Visit’ Is a Masterpiece Like No Other
This new show overflowing with music, love and humanity already won the “big six” Tony Awards, earning its place in the Pantheon of legendary musicals. Read more
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‘Laughter on the 23rd Floor’ is a Machine Gun of Humor and Fun
Next Act Theatre’s funny new show impressively balances humor and the serious topics of censorship and McCarthyism. Read more
Marijuana Legalization Bill Advances in Congress After Sweeping Victory
Congress has started the ‘War on the War on Drugs’ by approving the MORE Act in a key House committee vote. Read more
2019 Elections Yield Positive Results for Marijuana
This month’s state elections in Kentucky, Mississippi and Virginia are worth noting for people who care about marijuana reform. Read more
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Providing Free Eye Care in Tanzania
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#MeToo Meets Shakespeare in Aura Theatre’s ‘Measure for Measure’
The classic play, modernized to appeal to modern sensibilities about women and sexual assault, is this new company’s first show. Read more
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Hemp License Applications Are Open for 2020
To grow or process hemp, Wisconsin farmers and entrepreneurs can now apply for a lifetime license and yearly registration. Read more
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Sanders Would Legalize Marijuana Within 100 Days of Taking Office
His plan is uncommonly complete, promising to expunge all marijuana-related convictions and focusing on social justice. Read more
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‘Stranger in the Attic’ Is a Perfect Halloween Play
Off the Wall Theatre has put together a show that is equal parts funny and thrilling, filled with plot twists and has a mystery to sniff out. Read more
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Impossible Deadline: Homeless Must Leave Tent City by Halloween
Milwaukee’s homeless population has until October 31 to evacuate Tent City. Read more
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Legal Recreational Marijuana in Mexico Is the Next Big Step
Mexican lawmakers are poised to legalize recreational marijuana in the very near future. Read more
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Bleak Tale of Economic Oppression in UWM’s ‘Fen’
Caryl Churchill’s Fen is an off-putting and unique look into the lives of women laborers in the English wetlands. Read more
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First U.S. Cannabis Restaurant Opens in Los Angeles
Made possible through a cannabis business initiative in West Hollywood, Calif., America’s first cannabis cafe shows what a truly cannabis-friendly city could look like. Read more
Australian Capital Legalizes Recreational Marijuana
Recreational marijuana is still banned federally in Australia, but its capital chose to legalize it, following in the footsteps of some U.S. states. Read more
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Early Music Now’s Concert of Beautiful, Medieval French Music
New York City-based TENET Vocal Artists came to Milwaukee to celebrate medieval French love songs, courtesy of Early Music Now. Read more
