Legalization doesn’t make Oklahomans something new, it just stops punishing us for who we’ve always been: honest, independent, hard-working people who deserve the freedom to choose a plant over a pill.
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Cannabis and Guns – The American Contradiction
The Supreme Court will decide whether cannabis users can legally own firearms, a case that could redefine the intersection of personal freedom, gun rights, and cannabis culture in America.
The Truth About “Cannabis Deaths” in Oklahoma: The Numbers Don’t Add Up So Who Benefits?
Oklahoma recorded 179 alcohol-related deaths last year — and zero from cannabis. Yet “cannabis-related” still makes headlines. The truth? The state doesn’t even track THC impairment, and the data that does exist tells a very different story. James Bridges digs into the missing math, the media spin, and the profits behind the fear.
Cowboy Cup 2025: Culture, Community & the Festival Stage Lineup
Herbage Magazine joins forces with the Cowboy Cup once again celebrating cannabis culture, community, and craft at Tulsa Expo Square. From Safety Meeting’s hard-driving bluegrass to Henna Roso’s soulful activism and MOGA Family Band’s eclectic finale, the Festival Stage lineup is proof that Oklahoma cannabis is more than an industry, it’s a movement. Discover the full lineup and learn how your brand can stand out in the Herbage Cowboy Cup Special Edition.
Happiness Has Nothing to Do With Gold
Money buys distractions, not happiness. True peace comes when you give yourself authentically to the people you love.
Burn The Lies
I went all in on cannabis. RSO, flower, edibles—the whole arsenal. I rebuilt my diet, rebuilt my head, rebuilt my body. The same plant that the government spent decades demonizing turned out to be the only remedy that worked.
Cannabis didn’t kill me. It saved my life.
Meet The Steppers: Oklahoma’s Jamgrass Outlaws
The Steppers aren’t just another bluegrass band—they’re three friends from Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, who built their sound on porches, barns, and beer-soaked jam sessions. Mixing tradition with cosmic jamgrass energy, they’ve taken their high-octane acoustic storm from hometown dives to festival stages across the map. Gritty, joyful, and unpredictable—The Steppers are dangerous in all the best ways.
Hidden Gems: Ice Cream Man by Well Rooted Genetics
In a market drowning in mediocrity, I stumbled into Beyond the Pines and found salvation. Ice Cream Man. Sticky as sin. Terps that hit like a gas-soaked berry patch on fire. Proof that real weed still exists.
Dry Standards – The Death of the Cure
Oklahoma cannabis has gone from craft celebration to bone-dry corporate mids. Overregulation, price-chasing, and federal rescheduling pressure are killing the cure and pushing true smokers back to the black market.
Find Your Nearest SQ 837 Petition Location
Find out where to sign the SQ 837 petition in Oklahoma. Use our interactive map to locate petition sites near you and join the movement for cannabis reform.
Oklahoma’s Ballot Battles: What SQ 836 Means for SQ 837 and Cannabis Reform
Oklahoma’s Supreme Court just cleared State Question 836 to begin signature gathering and paused new restrictions on citizen-led petitions. Here’s why that matters, and what it means for SQ 837, the cannabis legalization measure.
The High Road: Finding the Groove in Tradition and Friendship | Bluegrass on Bell
Born from backyard jams and Oklahoma roots, The High Road is the band that sneaks up and stays with you—mandolin fire, bass groove, banjo bite, and soulful flatpicking stitched together by friendship. Meet the players, catch their story, and spin some tunes.
The High Potential: Cannabis as an Underrated Super Plant
Cannabis is more than a late-night pastime—it’s medicine, building material, and an engine for local jobs. From easing chemo side effects to shaping eco-friendly “hempcrete” homes, the plant keeps proving its worth. In Oklahoma alone, thousands of careers have sprung up around the industry. Is cannabis the world’s most versatile super plant?
Herbage Magazine – Issue 69 (Harvest Festival Edition)
Herbage Magazine – Issue 69Harvest Festival Edition Cover Story with Fire Mountain Farms. SEE VIDEO INTERVIEW The Harvest Festival is more than just a cannabis cup—it’s Oklahoma’s state of the union for the plant. In this issue, we cover the growers, the music, the madness, and the magic that make Harvest Fest an annual pilgrimage…
Small Shifts, Big Wins: Daily Strategies to Look and Feel Your Best
Wanting to look and feel your best isn’t about chasing perfection—it’s about finding rhythms that ground you, energize your day, and make life feel easier. Small shifts like science-backed morning routines, simple eating adjustments, exploring cannabis for calm, daily stretching, and improving posture and rest can add up to powerful transformations. Feeling your best doesn’t demand radical change overnight, just practical, consistent moves that reconnect you with your body and well-being.
Oklahoma SQ 837 Memo – Editorial
Friends, renegades, fellow travelers, and those that are sitting back watching the show, It’s late. I guess it could be early, depending on how twisted your sense of reality has become. The clock screams at me to go back to sleep. Yet, here I am, awake, haunted by visions of what we’ve become and what…
Herbage Magazine Issue 68
Herbage Magazine Digital copy of Print issue number 68. Summer 2025
Thunder Walker
Rolling in Diamonds, Power, and Purpose By James Bridges | Herbage Magazine “City Girls isn’t just a pre-roll. It’s a presence.” — Thunder Walker Full-width, high-contrast image of Thunder Walker and her team at a major cannabis event, ideally with City Girls branding visible. THE STORM SHE CREATED You can feel her before she…
Mowdy Magic Reloaded
Mowdy Farms levels up! By James Bridges It was just another bustling afternoon at theBRICK dispensary when the air shifted, literally. The door swung open, and there he was, Brian, with that all-too-familiar swagger, a sly grin, and a duffle bag that I’d bet my bottom dollar was bursting with green gold. Over a year…
Canna-Mommin’
By Paige Grellner |@therapeuticdose Peace Practitioner | Stress Strategist Cannabis Educator | Toxin Reductionista “Good moms don’t smoke weed.” That’s what society told me. But here’s what I discovered: being a good mom isn’t about following someone else’s rulebook—it’s about finding what truly helps you show up as your best self for your child. For…
Built Different: JKJ Processing Is What Happens When You Don’t Flinch
By James Bridges | Herbage Magazine There’s a certain kind of respect that doesn’t get handed out in this industry. You can’t fake it with flashy packaging. You don’t earn it with a booth at a trade show or a handful of fire hashtags. You earn it the hard way. By surviving the chaos, telling…
SQ 837: The Long Road to Legalization in Oklahoma
By James Bridges More organized, more refined, and backed by a coalition that knows what it’s up against. On March 31st, 2025, the Oklahoma Responsible Cannabis Action (ORCA) officially filed State Question 837, a bold new petition aimed at bringing adult-use cannabis legalization to a vote in our state. This is a strategic, legally-backed, community-powered…
The Glitch
James Bridges – Herbage Magazine A failure of leadership, plain and simple. Not just a technical issue…. The Thentia glitch was a systems breakdown, both digital and human. When an entire industry, one that generates massive state revenue and supports real patients and small businesses, gets sideswiped by a technical failure, the least you’d expect…
Smelling the Data: How to Use Lab Results to Shop for Cannabis with Confidence
Vince Sandifer, M.S. Ever bought a strain that smelled incredible, but then it knocked you out when you were expecting a boost? When shopping for cannabis, patients don’t always get the chance to smell or examine their products until after purchase. While there are other ways to sample what’s on the market like hitting up…
Diamond Dust Farms
Pioneers of Pre-packaged Premiums By James Bridges Diamond Dust Farms stands out as a beacon in the cannabis industry, known for its dedication to quality and innovation. As one of the leading cultivators in the state, their operations in Prague, Oklahoma, have set a standard for excellence with a focus on sustainable and efficient growing…
Autism & The Plant
By Brannan Bell, There is an Autistic community all over the world and when these parents find new information that helps their loved ones succeed, the word tends to spread fast, especially when it comes to plant medicine. Specifically talking about the Cannabis plant and how the properties of this plant can help heal, ease,…
Rooted in the Flood
By James Bridges, Publisher, Herbage Magazine – 420 2025 Issue I want to tell you a story. It begins somewhere in the swelter of the equator. You’d miss it if you blinked. There, tangled in the brackish in-between of saltwater and soil, something wild survives. Not a beast. Not a machine. A tree. But not…
How to Start a Legal Medicinal Hemp Business—The Right Way
By Jesse Clark Starting a legal business selling medicinal hemp products isn’t just about having a good product—it’s about navigating complex regulations, building trust, and creating a brand that stands out in a saturated market. If you’re considering stepping into the hemp industry, know this: there’s a roadmap to follow, but no shortcuts. The market…
Oklahoma Responsible Cannabis Act
Oklahoma Responsible Cannabis Act What’s in this petition? This proposed constitutional amendment allows people 21+ years of age to possess and purchase marijuana in a consumer safe market. Here is a quick overview, by section: Section 1: Protects Patient Rights and Medical Program Section 2: Legalizes marijuana for 21+ adults, with rights like Possession, Privacy,…
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with a Special Infusion
Warm up your winter evenings with this comforting tomato basil soup, enhanced with the pure, full-spectrum benefits of Solventless Nano Hash Oil. Solventless extraction processes preserve the plant’s natural profile for a balanced and effective experience. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cans (28 ounces each)…
Cannabis and Sex: The Latest Discoveries Regarding the Impact of Weed on Pleasure
Cannabis and sex: a dynamic duo or just another fad? If you have ever wondered how you can improve your performance in bed by using weed, you are not alone. It’s about time that science agreed with what many cannabis users have been saying for years: the right strain can enhance pleasure, increase arousal, and…
Latest In Cannabis
In the latest developments in the cannabis industry as of May 2024, several significant headlines are shaping the landscape:
THC-V: Benefits, Extraction, and Therapeutic Potential
Explore THC-V, a unique cannabinoid with non-psychoactive benefits such as appetite suppression and neuroprotection, its extraction methods, potential uses, and side effects.
The Essentials of Forming Strategic Alliances in the THCa Business
Venturing into the THCa business demands a strategic blueprint. This guide covers essential steps: choosing the right structure, forming producer partnerships, building a brand, ensuring quality control, mastering marketing, and staying compliant.
Ultimate Albums Playlist: 7 Classics to Collect
This list or 7 unforgettable classic albums can provide plenty of tunes for this month’s activities.
Unlocking Wellness: The Power of Keeping a Cannabis Journal
Discover how a cannabis journal can enhance your treatment by tracking strains, terpenes, dosages, and effects, empowering you to make informed health decisions.
Staying Hydrated for the Summer
Kick off summer with proper hydration, especially when enjoying cannabis. Discover refreshing CBD drinks, hydration tips, and the benefits of different water types. Stay cool, hydrated, and mindful of your cannabis use for a safe, enjoyable summer.
The Controlling Curse of Cannabis Commerce: An Oklahoma Perspective
Stringent regulations in Oklahoma have crippled local cannabis businesses. Family-owned dispensaries struggle with half-empty shelves and high prices. This erosion of local entrepreneurship and community values calls for urgent reform….
Sense of Urgency Revealed
In “Sense of Urgency Revealed,” the author redefines urgency beyond deadlines, emphasizing the balance between immediate tasks and long-term goals. Through personal reflections, the narrative advocates for a purposeful, intentional approach to life.
Strain Review: Astronaut by Happy Cultivators
Strain Review by James Bridges “Astronaut” by Happy Cultivators
Top 10 list of GMO (Garlic Cookies) strains
Top 10 list of the best GMO or GMO crosses in Oklahoma
Natural Relief: How Cannabis is helping pain in Oklahoma
Chronic pain is a significant issue worldwide, and in Oklahoma, medical cannabis is emerging as a potential solution. This natural alternative interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system to regulate pain. Different strains of cannab
May recommended reading: The Cannabis Grow Bible by Greg Green
May 2024 Book recommendation “The Cannabis Grow Bible” by Greg Green
Strainology Horoscope May 16th, 2024
Get the perfect strain recommendation to pair up with your horoscope for May 16th!
The Benefits of Sunshine
This article highlights the health benefits of sunlight, from boosting Vitamin D and mood to improving sleep and immune function. It offers tips on safe sun exposure, emphasizing the importance of sunscreen and protective measures.
Under the Full Flower Moon: A Night of Reflection and Natural Wonder
Discover the Full Flower Moon’s magic! Embrace growth through meditation, nature, and community under its glow. Dive deeper on our website.
6 Great Companion Plants for Cannabis
Explore companion planting to protect your cannabis without chemicals. Plants like basil, lavender, and marigolds repel pests & enhance your garden’s beauty & yield. Add sunflowers, garlic, & peppermint to create a thriving, eco-friendly garden.
Honey-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables
In the expanding world of culinary cannabis, emphasizing quality and natural ingredients isn’t just a trend—it’s the foundation of modern, health-conscious cooking.
A Tower of Purple Majesty: Celebrating 40 Years of Purple Rain at the Tower Theatre
The article celebrates the 40th anniversary of Prince’s “Purple Rain” at Oklahoma City’s historic Tower Theatre. It highlights the venue’s rich history, the upcoming tribute concert, and the enduring impact of Prince’s music.
Boost Your Workout: The Benefits of Cannabis for Exercise and Recovery
The benefits of cannabis in your workout: from a pre-workout smoothie recipe to post work-out suggestions, this article has it all.