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2 days ago
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Jim Belushi Launches Belushi's Farm Signature Strains at Bloom Cannabis Dispensaries
COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Belushi's Farm, the acclaimed cannabis brand founded by advocate Jim Belushi, has officially partnered with Wondergrove (Bloom's house brand) to bring its signature strains to Ohio for the first time. United by a shared commitment to quality, education, and sustainability, Belushi's Farm and Wondergrove are cultivating premium flower in an environment specifically designed to grow clean, consistent, and craft-quality cannabis. "Belushi's journey into cannabis mirrors the evolution of Ohio's medical market—a story rooted in purpose, and personal transformation," said Nicole Stark, CEO of Bloom. "There's a common thread in our values and approach, which makes Belushi's Farm a natural fit within the Bloom family." Belushi's Farm Genetics Now Available in Ohio! Bloom Cannabis Dispensaries are proud to welcome Belushi's Farm strains to their shelves—celebrated for their rich terpene profiles, premium quality, and commitment to craftsmanship. Grown using sustainable and innovative cultivation practices, these strains are carefully nurtured to bring out the very best in every plant. "Wondergrove is the perfect partner," said Jim Belushi, Founder of Belushi's Farm. "They share our passion for growing clean, craft-quality cannabis with heart. I only trust my strains to those with green thumbs and great vibes, and Wondergrove has both. They're Ohio's finest. My mom is from Akron! When I was a kid I went there every summer for vacation and Akron, Ohio, was my Disneyland. I love Ohio, and had a wonderful time meeting the Bloom community and spending time with the team." Belushi's Farm products are currently available at all Bloom Cannabis Dispensaries in Columbus, Akron, Painesville Township, and Seven Mile, with plans to expand across the state at many state approved dispensaries in the coming weeks. About Belushi's Farm: What began with just 48 plants during Oregon's medical marijuana program in 2015 has grown into Belushi's Farm—a 93-acre property along the Rogue River in Southern Oregon's Banana Belt. The region's ideal climate, with its abundant sunshine, clean water, and fresh air, provides the perfect environment for cultivating premium cannabis. Today, Belushi's Farm offers a curated line of thoughtfully grown cannabis products under the Belushi's Farm brand. Led by Jim Belushi, the farm reflects a passion for the plant, a commitment to craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the cannabis community. Jim is also a vocal advocate for cannabis reform and serves as an ambassador for the Last Prisoner Project, working to raise awareness around criminal justice reform within the cannabis industry. Belushi's Farm Media ContactZoe Wilderzoe@ About Bloom CannabisBloom Cannabis Dispensaries is an Ohio-based, family-founded dispensary committed to making cannabis accessible, personal, and done right. With a focus on education, high-quality products, and exceptional service, Bloom creates a welcoming experience for both medical and adult-use customers. From exclusive brands to thoughtful community engagement, Bloom is where cannabis meets care. For more information, visit Press inquiries: mstarr@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Bloom Cannabis Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
The Independent
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Bill Murray had a showdown with Bob Woodward shortly after trashing him on Joe Rogan's show
Bill Murray and Bob Woodward had a 'tense' standoff at a documentary film screening shortly after the Ghostbusters star revealed his anger towards the Washington Post scribe over a 1984 book during an interview with Joe Rogan. The book in question, Wired: The Short Life & Fast Times of John Belushi, was roundly criticized upon its release by among others, Dan Akroyd, John Landis and Belushi's widow, Judith Pisano. The issue was raised when Rogan began speaking about conspiracy theories involving Richard Nixon's ousting as president in 1974, including one that involves the notion of Bob Woodward being a CIA asset. Murray took that as bait to echo the feelings of others who knew Belushi. 'So when I read Wired by whatshisname, Bob Woodward, about John Belushi, I read like five pages of Wired and I went, 'Oh my God, they framed Nixon.' If he did this to Belushi, what he did to Nixon is probably soiled for me too.' On Monday night, Murray and Woodward were pictured standing close to each other before a screening of Becoming Katharine Graham, a documentary about the legendary Washington Post publisher. New York Magazine's Ben Terris took the picture of the pair, who were in a group. Terris said the pair 'got into a little quarrel' and described the meeting as being 'a little tense.' The Groundhog Day star told Rogan that he was approached by Woodward to be interviewed for the book but refused, saying it 'smelled funny.' The book was released just two years after Belushi's untimely death. At the height of his fame, thanks to his appearances on Saturday Night Live as well as hit movies Animal House and The Blues Brothers, Belushi died of a drug overdose after taking a heroin and cocaine cocktail known as a 'speedball.' He was 33 years old. It was reported that around the time of his death, Belushi was spending $2,500 per week on drugs. Murray also said in the interview that he believed that John Belushi was the most famous person to ever come from Wheaton, Illinois, and that Woodward was the third. Chicago Bears legend Harold 'Red' Grange was named as the second. He spoke of Belushi's generosity in convincing so many of his fellow comedians from Illinois to come and join him in New York, allowing them to sleep on his couch for extended periods. Murray also credited Belushi with launching a blue revival which in turn led to the emergence of the House of Blue franchise concert venues. The Golden Globe went on to say: 'Woodward does other things, I've seen him on TV and be smart and everything but, you know, he's going to have to answer for that, you don't get away with that, you don't get a free pass. Not with my friend.' Murray's appearance came just after Tesla CEO Elon Musk's interview on Rogan's hugely popular show. During that appearance, Musk made wild accusations about Jeffrey Epstein's infamous client list, which Trump's Attorney General Pam Bondi said would be released this week. 'Known Epstein clients who are obviously extremely powerful – powerful politically and very wealthy – are Bill Gates, Bill Clinton and Reid Hoffman,' Musk alleged. 'And some others, too. But those three.'
Yahoo
05-03-2025
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Today in Chicago History: John Belushi's death shocks the city
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on March 5, according to the Tribune's archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National Weather Service, Chicago) High temperature: 75 degrees (1983) Low temperature: 0 degrees (1978) Precipitation: 0.99 inches (1946) Snowfall: 9.2 inches (2013) 1962: The Robert Taylor Homes — then one of the largest public housing projects in the United States — opened and its first family moved in. The development had 28 high-rises with more than 4,230 units. But the complex soon caved under devastating poverty and violence. In the end, the Robert Taylor high-rises failed a congressional 'viability test,' which found it was cheaper to house residents elsewhere than to maintain the crumbling high-rise slums. Demolition of the buildings began in May 1997. 1982: John Belushi was found dead at the Chateau Marmont, a Los Angeles hotel. A coroner's report later concluded Belushi died of 'acute cocaine and heroin intoxication.' Cathy Evelyn Smith was sentenced to three years in prison in 1986 for injecting Belushi with a fatal dose of cocaine and heroin. She was released in 1988. 1997: Chicago White Sox second baseman Nellie Fox was elected to baseball's Hall of Fame. Vintage Chicago Tribune: Remembering the Go-Go White Sox Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago's past. Have an idea for Vintage Chicago Tribune? Share it with Kori Rumore and Marianne Mather at krumore@ and mmather@
Yahoo
02-03-2025
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Bill Murray Slams John Belushi Biography as ‘Criminal' and ‘Cruel'; Calls Out Author Bob Woodward: ‘If He Did This to Belushi, What He Did to Nixon Is Probably Soiled For Me'
Bill Murray is coming to the defense of his long-time friend and fellow SNL alum John Belushi. During a recent appearance on 'The Joe Rogan Experience,' Murray slammed journalist Bob Woodward for his portrayal of Belushi in his 1984 biography 'Wired,' which chronicled the life and career of 'The Blues Brothers' star. Murray called Woodward's take on Belushi 'completely inaccurate,' and suspects his sources were pulled from 'the outer, outer circle' of people that knew him. More from Variety Bill Murray Recalls 'Tough Nut' Gene Hackman Being 'Really Rough' on Wes Anderson on 'The Royal Tenenbaums' Set: 'I Sympathize' Because 'To Him, Wes Was Just a Punk Kid' 'SNL50' Weekend Update: Bill Murray Roasts the Show's White Anchors, Bobby Moynihan's Drunk Uncle Yells 'Not My Captain America' Over Anthony Mackie Bill Murray Reprises 'Nick the Lounge Singer' With Maya Rudolph, Cecily Strong and Ana Gasteyer for 'SNL50' 'If he did this to Belushi, what he did to Nixon is probably soiled for me too. I can't take it,' Murray said. 'You could have two sources and everything like that, but the two sources that he had, if he had them for the 'Wired' book, were so far outside the inner circle that it was criminal, cruel.' Murray suspects that Woodward's takedown may have been motivated by jealousy. He pointed out that Woodward is only 'the third most famous person from Wheaton, Ill' behind professional football player Red Grange and Belushi. 'Belushi made people's careers possible. Mine would be one of them,' Murray said. 'There's a lot of people that slept on John Belushi's couch. There's a lot of people that stayed for free at his house until they made it in New York. And I'm one. He died in an unfortunate way, but man, he was still the best stage actor I ever saw.' Murray went on to explain that he was asked to contribute to the book, but from the very beginning thought the project 'smelled funny' and refused to help. 'I didn't want to have anything to do with it,' Murray said. 'It went exactly where I thought it was going. Even worse than I thought it was going. Just the title alone, it was cold.' Best of Variety What's Coming to Disney+ in March 2025 What's Coming to Netflix in March 2025 New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week
The Independent
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
‘They framed Nixon:' Bill Murray reveals outrage over Bob Woodward's book during Joe Rogan interview
Legendary actor Bill Murray sat down for an interview with controversial podcaster Joe Rogan over the weekend during which he revealed his outrage over Bob Woodward's book about John Belushi. The book in question, Wired: The Short Life & Fast Times of John Belushi, was released back in 1984, and was roundly criticized upon its release by among others, Dan Akroyd, John Landis and Belushi's widow, Judith Pisano. Murray, 74, it turns out, felt similar. 'So when I read Wired by whatshisname, Bob Woodward, about John Belushi, I read like five pages of Wired and I went, 'Oh my God, they framed Nixon.' If he did this to Belushi, what he did to Nixon is probably soiled for me too.' The Groundhog Day star went on to say that he was approached by Woodward to be interviewed for the book but refused, saying it 'smelled funny.' The book was released just two years after Belushi's untimely death. At the height of his fame, thanks to his appearances on Saturday Night Live as well as hit movies Animal House and The Blues Brothers, Belushi died of a drug overdose after taking a heroin and cocaine cocktail known as a 'speedball.' He was 33 years old. It was reported that around the time of his death, Belushi was spending $2,500 on drugs. Murray also said in the interview that he believed that John Belushi was the most famous person to ever come from Wheaton, Illinois, and that Woodward was the third. Chicago Bears legend Harold 'Red' Grange was named as the second. He spoke of Belushi's generosity in convincing so many of his fellow comedians from Illinois to come and join him in New York, allowing them to sleep on his couch for extended periods. Murray also credited Belushi with launching a blue revival which in turn led to the emergence of the House of Blue franchise concert venues. The Golden Globe went on to say: 'Woodward does other things, I've seen him on TV and be smart and everything but, you know, he's going to have to answer for that, you don't get away with that, you don't get a free pass. Not with my friend.' Murray's appearance came just after Tesla CEO Elon Musk's interview on Rogan's hugely popular show. During that appearance, Musk made wild accusations about Jeffrey Epstein's infamous client list, which Trump's Attorney General Pam Bondi said would be released this week. 'Known Epstein clients who are obviously extremely powerful – powerful politically and very wealthy – are Bill Gates, Bill Clinton and Reid Hoffman,' Musk alleged. 'And some others, too. But those three.'
