Originating as a skill for some out of physical necessity, its a creative adaptation for those with physical limitations or injuries
What We Leave Behind, Peter Wortsmans fourth collection of cut-up poems and collage, gives us lifes crunch and its tender middle rendered from the perspective of a man, late in life, walking the crumbling edge of the abyss
Higher Rates of Smoking among Veterans Tobacco addiction is prevalent among current and former service members
These products can contain: Benzene, a common chemical in car exhaust thats associated with a higher risk of cancer Carcinogens (substances known to cause cancer), such as formaldehyde Chemicals found in antifreeze (propylene glycol and diethylene glycol) and herbicides (acrolein), which can cause nausea, vomiting and irritation of the eyes, nose and throat Heavy metals, including cadmium, lead, nickel and tin, which can contribute to cardiovascular disease In addition, e-cigarette vapor may have ultrafine (tiny) particles that can settle deep in your lungs
Businesses That Typically Need the License Convenience stores and gas stations Smoke shops and cigar lounges Vape shops and e-cigarette stores Liquor stores carrying tobacco Grocery and drug stores selling cigarettes Vending machine operators Who Is Exempt The state retailer license requirement does not apply to: Stores selling only paraphernalia (papers, pipes, lighters) without any tobacco or nicotine Locations also licensed for cannabis sales (state law forbids both at the same site, and AB 8 reinforces this prohibition starting January 1, 2026) Manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers (they need different CDTFA licenses, covered below) The Three Layers of California Tobacco Licensing California stacks three layers of regulation on tobacco retailers, and you must comply with all three: Skipping any one of these layers can shut your business down
