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Organic Growth Drives Weed Man Expansion

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Weed Man has truly lived up to its reputation as the fastest growing lawn care company in North America, announcing record-breaking expansion over the past year with 13% percent net system sales growth. This growth consists of 15 expansions into new territories and 12 acquisitions.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Weed Man has truly lived up to its reputation as the fastest growing lawn care company in North America, announcing record-breaking expansion over the past year with 13% percent net system sales growth.
  • "We are thrilled to see the enthusiasm of our current – and new – franchisees as we continue to grow the Weed Man footprint," said Jennifer Lemcke, CEO of Weed Man.
  • "Over the past 19 years as a Weed Man franchise owner, I've witnessed the incredible growth of the brand as well as personal financial success," said Andy Kurth, CEO of Epic 3, Inc., owning and operating 22 Weed Man locations across 10 states.
  • For more information on the service offerings made available by Weed Man and its franchising opportunities, visit weedmanfranchise.com .

American Weed Co. is First-Ever Cannabis Brand to Headline Sponsor Major U.S. Music Festival

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

American Weed Co. announced today that it is the first-ever cannabis brand to be a headline sponsor for a major U.S. music festival.

Key Points: 
  • American Weed Co. announced today that it is the first-ever cannabis brand to be a headline sponsor for a major U.S. music festival.
  • “We’re proud to collaborate with American Weed Co. in their top sponsorship of one of America’s biggest multiday music festivals,” said Nic Adler, VP of Festivals and Co-Founder of Cali Vibes.
  • At Cali Vibes, 100% of all profits from an American Weed Co. / Cali Vibes collaboration T-shirt with go to Veteran and first responder groups.
  • American Weed Co. cannabis products are currently available across California and will soon enter the Arizona and Nevada markets.

Authority Brands Announces Launch of Lawn Squad

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

COLUMBIA, Md., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Authority Brands announced today the launch of a new home service lawn care company: Lawn Squad franchising, developed from the Weed Pro name and system. Joining Authority Brands' trusted portfolio of home service brands, Lawn Squad offers an array of services, including lawn fertilization and weed control, lawn aeration and seeding, as well as lawn grub and insect control for both residential and commercial properties.

Key Points: 
  • COLUMBIA, Md., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Authority Brands announced today the launch of a new home service lawn care company: Lawn Squad franchising, developed from the Weed Pro name and system.
  • Joining Authority Brands' trusted portfolio of home service brands, Lawn Squad offers an array of services, including lawn fertilization and weed control, lawn aeration and seeding, as well as lawn grub and insect control for both residential and commercial properties.
  • Lawn Squad proudly joins the family of home service brands under the Authority Brands portfolio.
  • Authority Brands' incubator program and emerging brands group launched in 2022 and serves as a growth engine for innovative emerging concepts.

City of Weed, Roseburg Agree to $7.25 million Mill Fire Settlement

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

WEED, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Weed and Roseburg Forest Products have agreed to a $7.25 million settlement resolving claims from the 2022 Mill Fire, which will support the rebuild of the City's damaged infrastructure and help the community rebuild.

Key Points: 
  • "This settlement will help the City of Weed recover from the devastating effects of the Mill Fire," said Tim Rundel, Weed City Manager.
  • "Roseburg's compensation to the city will help restore the community and rebuild Lincoln Heights.
  • "We are deeply grateful to the City of Weed and its leadership for their detailed and diligent work on this settlement," said Pete Hillan, a Roseburg spokesperson.
  • The City of Weed has fewer than 3,000 residents with an annual operating budget between $3.5 million to $4 million.

MANSCAPED® Launches The Weed Whacker® 2.0 Nose And Ear Hair Trimmer

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

MANSCAPED ®, the leading global men’s grooming company and lifestyle consumer brand, today announces the launch of the Weed Whacker® 2.0 electric nose and ear hair trimmer, available now in the United States and Canada.

Key Points: 
  • MANSCAPED ®, the leading global men’s grooming company and lifestyle consumer brand, today announces the launch of the Weed Whacker® 2.0 electric nose and ear hair trimmer, available now in the United States and Canada.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230228005550/en/
    Designed with the state-of-the-art technology that our MANSCAPED engineers obsess over, the Weed Whacker® 2.0 is the sleek sequel to the original, offering an elevated and extra efficacious experience.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    On the heels of the launch of its state-of-the-art electric beard trimmer, The Beard Hedger™ , the male grooming giant continues to innovate its premium grooming tool offerings with the debut of the Weed Whacker 2.0.
  • Retail rollout of the Weed Whacker 2.0 will begin in the coming months.

Domestic Violence Survivor, Marijuana Mompreneur, Registered Nurse Debi Madaio Climbs The Weed Stalk and Celebrates Surviving NJWeedman's Joint

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Monday, November 28, 2022

TRENTON, N.J., Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Debi Madaio is recognized by many as Trenton New Jersey's "First Lady of Weed."

Key Points: 
  • TRENTON, N.J., Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Debi Madaio is recognized by many as Trenton New Jersey's "First Lady of Weed."
  • A registered nurse, cannabis activist, mother to two daughters and an adopted special needs son, Madaio was an influential force behind the scenes of the business.
  • It was New Jersey's daily paper, The Trentonian, that first went public with the misfortune Madaio suffered .
  • Climb the Weed Stalk with Debi Madaio on Facebook at The Weed Stalk, on Instagram at @theweedstalk , and online at https://theweedstalk.com .

National Veterans Advocacy Group, Weed For Warriors, Announces "$40 Million Approved By Michigan Voters For Veteran Marijuana Research Has Turned Into A Potential Slush Fund"

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

The Weed for Warriors (WFW) is in possession of documents that have raised concerns.

Key Points: 
  • The Weed for Warriors (WFW) is in possession of documents that have raised concerns.
  • Additionally, it is clear, basic accounting controls routine to the research industry have not been implemented by the State of Michigan or followed by the grantees.
  • "Voters approved Michigan's Proposal One with crystal clear clarity on how tax revenue should be spent," said Weed For Warriors Executive Director, Sean Kiernan.
  • Today, WFW activities support safe cannabis access, veteran rehabilitation programs, community engagement, continuing education, and political advocacy.

More Than 1,750 individuals Receive Initial Roseburg Relief Funds

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Monday, October 3, 2022

WEED, Calif., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 1,750 survivors of the Sept. 2 Mill Fire have received payments for immediate needs such as temporary housing, transportation, food and clothing during the first three weeks of Roseburg's $50 million Community Relief Fund.

Key Points: 
  • Fund administrators have paid 674 claims covering 1,769 individuals since Sept. 13 when they began processing claim applications for financial assistance at the Weed Community Center and through the Fund's website.
  • Households from more than half of the homes lost in the fire have received initial support.
  • "We believe the percentage of survivors receiving funds is unprecedented for how quickly after the fire they had cash in hand for their immediate needs," said Pete Hillan, a spokesperson for Roseburg.
  • It's a testament to what we can do when the city, the people, and the Roseburg team members all work together hand-in-hand."

Kiva Sets Industry Precedent with First to Market Donation Program, The Kiva Cares Project, to Provide Essential Cannabis Medicine

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiva, the market leader in cannabis edibles, announced today the official launch of the Kiva Cares Project, a first-of-its-kind corporate commitment and full service donation program that will provide all Out of Spec product and product with less than 30 days till BBD date/COA expiration date to California Medical patients in need of these essential products. Kiva and the Kiva Cares Project aim to establish a new industry standard to prevent cannabis waste, offer quality cannabis products to those who need them most, and compel other cannabis brands across the country to follow suit. Following this California market debut, expansion plans to roll out Kiva Cares nationally are imminent.

Key Points: 
  • Kiva and the Kiva Cares Project aim to establish a new industry standard to prevent cannabis waste, offer quality cannabis products to those who need them most, and compel other cannabis brands across the country to follow suit.
  • Following this California market debut, expansion plans to roll out Kiva Cares nationally are imminent.
  • With the launch of the Kiva Cares Project, Kiva Confections aims for no less than revolutionizing the industry.
  • "These collective industry efforts will undoubtedly help thousands of veterans and patients access $1.75 million worth of free medical cannabis products through the Kiva Cares Project.

Roseburg's Community Relief Fund Expands Outreach to Mill Fire Survivors

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Monday, September 19, 2022

WEED, Calif., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Administrators of Roseburg's Community Relief Fund have expanded ways by which survivors of the Mill Fire may submit claim applications for financial assistance to cover immediate needs such as temporary housing, transportation, food and clothing and medical issues.

Key Points: 
  • Impacted individuals may choose to submit claims:
    In person at the Weed Community Center, 161 E. Lincoln Ave, Weed.
  • Grief counselors will be available at the Community Center throughout the week to support impacted individuals and family members.
  • "This Relief Fund is providing immediate financial support to fire survivors when they need it the most - now," said Pete Hillan, a spokesperson for the company.
  • It is not necessary to have representation, however, to participate in the Relief Fund.