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PCA Alliance Launched to Support Ongoing Advocacy Efforts across U.S.
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PCA Alliance Launched to Support Ongoing Advocacy Efforts across U.S.

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced a new level way for non-tobacco businesses and consumers to support the association and its advocacy work. The new PCA Alliance program is open to premium cigar and pipe-friendly businesses and consumers and is an avenue to support the industry’s advocacy through financial support and participation.

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J.C. Newman's Historic El Reloj Cigar Factory Survives Hurricane Milton
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J.C. Newman's Historic El Reloj Cigar Factory Survives Hurricane Milton

Last night, Hurricane Milton landed just south of our home in Tampa, Florida. This major hurricane was the worst storm to strike the “Cigar City” in more than 100 years. The Newman family is relieved to report that its 114-year-old El Reloj cigar factory has survived Hurricane Milton with minor damage and no power.

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PCA Recognized at 2024 Cigar Trophy Awards
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PCA Recognized at 2024 Cigar Trophy Awards

Joshua Habursky, executive director of the PCA, and Lisa Sigler, PCA’s director of membership development & industry relations, accepted the award on behalf of the association.

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THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FUENTE THE OPUSX SOCIETY CIGAR WILL MAKE ITS OFFICIALPREMIERE VIA RED CARPET EVENT IN MIAMI
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THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FUENTE THE OPUSX SOCIETY CIGAR WILL MAKE ITS OFFICIALPREMIERE VIA RED CARPET EVENT IN MIAMI

Manny Iriarte Enterprises will launch Fuente The OpusX Society Cigar with a marvelous event at the exclusive Tabacon Cigar Lounge in Miami, Florida on Saturday, October 19, 2024. In true Fuente style, event goers can expect an opulent event fitting of the Fuente OpusX brand. Tabacon Cigar Lounge is at 5241 NW 87th Ave Suite D109, Doral, FL 33178.

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The Continuing Battle for Cigar Rights
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The Continuing Battle for Cigar Rights

This is a reposted article written by Cody Carden for the CRA Newsletter August 23rd, 2024

The legal victory vacating FDA’s authority over premium cigars last August was a monumental win for the industry. This decision was the culmination of years of dedicated advocacy and legal action led by Cigar Rights of America (CRA) and our allies. For many, this victory felt like the final chapter in a long and arduous battle—but the reality is that the fight for cigar rights is far from over.

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Black Works Studio – Killer Bee Buzz Saw
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Black Works Studio – Killer Bee Buzz Saw

Black Works Studio is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Killer Bee Buzz Saw as a Smoke Inn exclusive, handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.

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J.C. Newman Ships 2024 Brick House Bricktoberfest Cigars
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J.C. Newman Ships 2024 Brick House Bricktoberfest Cigars

This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping Brick House Bricktoberfest  cigars to 113 retailers across the United States and in Germany. This year’s release of Brick House Bricktoberfest cigars is a 6 x 52” cigar with a pigtail cap.

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Fratello Cigars to Unveil Fratello Bianco Nero at InterTabac 2024
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Fratello Cigars to Unveil Fratello Bianco Nero at InterTabac 2024

Fratello Cigars is excited to announce the debut of its latest innovation, the Fratello Bianco Nero, at this year’s InterTabac conference in Dortmund, Germany. Attendees of the conference will have an exclusive first look at this extraordinary cigar, with presales opening during the event.

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Davidoff of Geneva USA Exhibiting at PCA25 in New Orleans
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Davidoff of Geneva USA Exhibiting at PCA25 in New Orleans

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is excited to welcome back Davidoff of Geneva USA as an exhibitor at its annual trade show. On August 13, 2024, Davidoff of Geneva USA announced it would exhibit at the PCA25 trade show in New Orleans from April 11 to 14, 2025. The return follows ongoing conversations between the leadership teams of PCA and Davidoff of Geneva.

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