Last week, Kentucky NORML hit the road for a three-day stop at the Alternative Products Expo at The Fairgrounds in Nashville—and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

As solo vendors at the event, we set up shop with a booth full of fundraising items generously donated by supporters, along with materials highlighting our upcoming Patient Registration Fairs across Kentucky.

Lucky Leaf Expo is in the books—and this one felt extra special. Louisville played host May 29–31, and Kentucky NORML came in strong, from the classroom to the expo floor and everywhere in between.

Kentucky is finally joining the green wave. After years of advocacy, education, and grassroots pressure, the Commonwealth of Kentucky is launching its Medical Cannabis Program—and it’s a game changer for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers alike.

At Uknowmoe2, we believe knowledge is the key to breaking the cannabis stigma, especially for those who’ve lived through decades of “just say no” messaging. So, let’s break it down—no confusion, no judgment, just facts.

Our goal is simple: to connect directly with patients who could benefit from medical cannabis and guide them through the registration process. Kentucky NORML understands that navigating the requirements can sometimes feel overwhelming, and that's exactly why we're bringing these Patient Registration fairs to you.

The 2nd Annual Kentucky Cannabis Conference has officially wrapped, and what an incredible event it was! Over two days, we brought together industry professionals, advocates, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to discuss the future of cannabis in Kentucky.

There’s a phrase that gets thrown around a lot in Frankfort:
“The best legislation is one where no one is happy.”

If you’ve spent any time trying to change laws, you’ve probably heard this line. The idea is that a “fair” law should be a compromise—something that no one loves but everyone can live with.

At the heart of Humans of Cannabis in a Renaissance of Hope are the voices of people who have found relief, resilience, and empowerment through cannabis. Each of the over 50 stories in this book, including NORML founder, Keith Stroup, and JM Pedini, Development Director of NORML and many other advocates, entrepreneurs, and patients, highlights the deeply personal journeys of those who’ve advocated and turned to cannabis for their health, healing, or hope.

As more states adopt medical cannabis programs to provide relief for patients, an alarming and unconstitutional trend continues to threaten the rights of those seeking therapeutic cannabis treatments: the denial of their 2nd Amendment rights. For patients relying on medical cannabis to alleviate chronic pain, PTSD, epilepsy, or other debilitating conditions, the unjust compromise between their health and constitutional rights is an issue that demands immediate attention.

With the expansion of cannabis legalization across the United States, veterans and civilians alike are exploring the use of cannabis for recreational and medicinal purposes. For veterans, many of whom suffer from conditions like chronic pain, PTSD, and anxiety, cannabis can offer an alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals. However, the legal landscape surrounding veterans' use of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) can be complex due to the conflict between state and federal laws.

Medical marijuana will become legal in Kentucky next year, but some provisions in place as part of the commonwealth's upcoming program could make it difficult for cardholders to use it.

Under Kentucky's new law, consuming the plant in its natural form through smoking and growing it at home could result in legal consequences or a loss of license if registered users try to light up instead of other means of using it, like vaping.