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Patrick Lagreid

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I strive to capture the essence of a cigar and the people behind them in my work – every cigar you light up is the culmination of the work of countless people and often represents generations of struggle and stories. For me, it’s about so much more than the cigar – it’s about the story behind it, the experience of enjoying the work of artisans and the way that a good cigar can bring people together. In addition to my work with halfwheel, I’m the public address announcer for the Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks during spring training, as well as for the Salt River Rafters of the Arizona Fall League, the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury and the Arizona Rattlers of the Indoor Football League. I also work in a number of roles for MLB.com, plus I'm a voice over artist. I previously covered the Phoenix and national cigar scene for Examiner.com, and was an editor for Cigar Snob magazine.

Fox Cigar Bar Receives Limited Edition Deadwood The Girl With No Name Corona

It’s the third size in the line, with the other two also exclusive to certain retailers.

Louisiana Governor Signs Bill That Could Help PCA Trade Show Return to New Orleans

The bill extends the tax-exempt status for cigars and pipe tobacco sampled at the industry’s trade show when it is held in New Orleans until 2030.

Warped Ships Bits of Havana Seleccion de Capital

A new size in the Bits of Havana line is on its way to retailers.

Fosforo Connecticut

Fosforo’s second line uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and debuted as a limited release; it will become a regular production line later this year.

E.P. Carrillo’s New Escapade Line To Be Blended With Help of Consumers

E.P. Carrillo is once again turning to consumers for input as to a new cigar line.

The Oscar Connecticut to Debut at PCA 2023

The Oscar line is getting its third blend variation this summer.

Por Larrañaga Prometidos Arrives in France

It’s a robusto extra vitola and the second time the Por Larrañaga brand has been selected for a French Edición Regional.

Ricardo Carioni to Depart Tor Imports

Carioni will remain with the company through the end of July.

Plasencia’s Alma del Fuego Cortez Now Shipping to TAA Retailers

It’s a new figurado for the Alma del Fuego line, and will only be available at a select group of retailers across the country.