1875 Romeo y Julieta Tres (Prerelease)
Amid the myriad of new releases at the annual IPCPR Convention and Trade Show, there are always a few that stand out for one reason…
Altadis USA Begins Shipping 1875 Romeo y Julieta to Retailers Today
Altadis USA has confirmed to halfwheel that the latest addition to the storied Romeo y Julieta line will begin leaving its warehouse today and should…
Mississippi Physicians Launch Petition Drive with Eyes on 2015 Smoking Ban
A petition drive in Mississippi is about to get underway, with the Mississippi State Medical Association and other health organizations hoping to gather enough signatures…
Kent County, Del. Looking at Parks Smoking Ban
The Kent County Parks and Recreation department is looking at implementing a new policy in six parks that would make them completely tobacco free, whether…
Kokomo, Ind. To Consider Banning Smoking in All Enclosed Public Places
Tobacco outlets, bars and taverns and fraternal organizations could have to pack up the ashtrays and order no smoking signs if a proposed ordinance in…
Flor de Gonzalez Spectral Proton (Prerelease)
If you’ve heard of Flor de Gonzalez, it’s likely because you’ve heard of the company’s most well-known line, 90 Miles. That cigar gets is name…
Georgia, Vt. Makes Beach Smoking Ban Official
While smoking hasn’t been welcomed at beaches in the town of Georgia, Vt. for some time, it was never against the law to light up,…
Salem, Mass. Raises Tobacco Purchase Age to 21
The Salem Board of Selectmen has made its city the first in the county to increase the minimum age to purchase tobacco products from 18…
Justin Andrews Departs Lou Rodriguez Cigars
Justin Andrews, vice president of Lou Rodriguez Cigars, has announced that he will be leaving the company. Andrews sent the following e-mail to halfwheel on…
Smokin’ Joe’s and Room101 Announce Store Exclusive Release
A new store exclusive is in the works for Smokin’ Joe’s newest location in Alcoa, Tenn., as owner Mike Hicks and his son Cody will…
J. Fuego’s Heat Arrives in Stores
There really isn’t a more appropriate time for J. Fuego’s latest to creation to begin arriving at retailers, as Heat has begun showing up in…
