Legal cannabis is rapidly reshaping economies, industries, and communities across the United States. Large-scale operations, national brands, and multi-state operators dominate headlines, yet the heart of cannabis culture continues to beat strongest within the craft movement. Rooted in small-batch cultivation, hands-on care, and a deep respect for heritage, craft cannabis is more than a product. It is a living link to culture, identity, and community resilience.
A Turkish angora cat peeks out from a wooden shelter at the Ankara Cat Protection, Survival and Promotion Centre at Ankara University. The veterinary faculty houses cats in safe conditions and helps them find new homes.
The nostalgia tied to the 1950s diner-style restaurants overlooks the harsh realities faced by many during that era, suggesting a dangerous romanticization of the past.
The signs of change are evident across burned landscapes, showcasing new life blooming among the ruins, but the sense of loss from the devastating firestorm still overshadows progress.
The grueling, desperate search for 27 missing girls stretched into a third day on Sunday after raging floodwaters surged into a summer camp as rescuers maneuvered through challenging terrain.
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick expressed profound grief over the tragic flooding in central Texas, emphasizing the heartbreak of losing children and the ongoing recovery efforts.
This isn't the typical riding video from Kona Bicycles. This is a video about trails. About community. About the people, bikes, and the resilience of the Maui Riding scene post-2023 wildfires.
This was an act of hate, but it will not define us. This mural was born from a community's pride, history, and power. We will restore it-stronger, bolder, and with even more purpose.
"I grew up to the sounds of fire engines and bulldozers as block after block of viable housing went up in flames or was reduced to rubble under the treads of heavy machinery. None of the structures in my photographs has survived."
"Wildfire prevention is not seasonable. It's year-round, as is the threat from wildfire in California. We've learned from the devastating fires in the west..."
Local Chambers of Commerce played essential roles in adapting to wartime challenges, ensuring businesses remained operational, and facilitating community support during World War II.
