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Law | La Verne, CA Issues Moratorium On Tobacco Businesses

The City Council of La Verne, Californian unanimous passed an urgency ordinance on Tuesday night in which a 45-day moratorium was established freezing the establishment or expansion of tobacco-related businesses in the city. The Community Development Directory, Mr. Hal Fredericksen introduced the proposal after local residents complained about the numerous smoke shops in the city. According to Councilwoman Donna Redman who is the chair of the La Verne Youth and Family Action Committee, the committee […]

January 21, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Law | Iowa Bill Would Ban Casino Smoking

In Des Moines, Iowa a new bill has been introduced in the State Legislature that would require casinos to comply with the state’s smoking ban. Currently, casino floors are exempt from a 2008 law that prohibits smoking in public places. The bill is sponsored by Senator Herman Quirmbach, a Democrat from the 23rd District who has been a member of the senate since 2003. According to Senator Quirmbach, there is a broad public support for […]

January 21, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

News | State Of The Union Tobacco Tax Hike

As is customary every January the President of the United States addresses congress and the American people on the State of the Union. During this speech, the president lays out the ground work for what he hopes to accomplish in that particular year or his presidency. With the Senate and Congress controlled by Republicans this is expected to be the year of nothing happening, as both sides have already stated they don’t see eye to […]

January 21, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Cigar Review: Cuba Rica Limitada

Cuba Rica isn’t exactly a household name, but the company has only been around since 2011. According to their website the company is based in Southern California and was founded by Stephen Adib and Raffi Sepetjian. In 2012 the company launched the Via Havana line followed by Spirit of Art and Barabbas in 2014. Today we review the first true limited edition cigar from the company. Available in two sizes L5 (5.5 x 54) and L6 (6.5 […]

January 20, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Law : New York State Looking to Ban Flavors

There are currently two bills pending in the New York State Assembly (A 128) and Senate (S 1825) that would ban characterizing flavors in most tobacco product. The bill feature language that would ban all “characterizing flavors” except for tobacco, mint, wintergreen and menthol. The term “characterizing flavor” is defined as a distinguishable taste or aroma. Parallel bills pending in the New York State Assembly and Senate (A 128 and S 1825) would ban characterizing […]

January 20, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Law | Conway, SC Smoking Ban Vote UPDATED

The City Council of Conway, South Carolina will meet tonight and hold the first vote on a proposed ordinance that would outlaw smoking in private business. If the law is approved, violated will be fined $100 and the business owners who allow smoking would face fines as well. According to City Councilwoman Barbara Blain-Olds ““I’ve heard nothing but support for it,now that doesn’t mean that I believe everybody is in favor of such a broad […]

January 20, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Law | Victorville, CA Vote On Parks

Part of the issue at hand is the refusal of smokers to stand up and fight against the laws that affect our freedoms as tax payers. Today at 6pm, the city of Victorville, CA will vote on a proposed ban of smoking at city parks. According to Chris Hedger a smoker, he thinks the proposed ban is a good idea, “I would rather smoke outside in my backyard than come into a public area and try […]

January 20, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Cigar Review | Davidoff Winston Churchill

According to Davidoff, “A range of the finest cigars inspired by the iconic aficionado each celebrating a different aspect of his richly complex character. A man of many layers and many dimensions. A man who was the embodiment of time beautifully filled. A man whose many facets added up to a personality which set him apart. A man who reveled in the richness of life and its many experiences. Who marched to the beat of his […]

January 19, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

Law | Rapid City, SD Considers Park Smoking Ban

In Rapid City, South Dakota Chuck Tinant; a member of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board has brought forth the issue of a smoking ban. The issue which was introduced to the subcommittee has begun the discussion phase before the seven member group of City Council appointees. The idea first came up from a non-resident of the city and former Advisory Board chair Jeff Schild. One of the biggest obstacles the city faces is the […]

January 19, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

News | Cigar Media Association Awards

This past Friday the Cigar Media Association of which David Garofalo and The Cigar Authority are members of released their awards for the year. With Garofalo at the JC Newman/Fuentes sales meeting as a guest speaker and yours truly on a little weekend get away we are a little late to the party. So without further adieu, if you haven’t seen it already: Cigar Media Association Cigar of the Year: Illusione Fume D’Amour Cigar Media Association Brand of […]

January 19, 2015 by The Cigar Authority

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