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Push for Restrictions on Intoxicating Hemp Products Spurs Clash Over Who Should Regulate

While neither side opposes age restrictions, critics of GOP-backed bills argue they would allow the ‘marijuana monopoly’ to take over the market

by Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent

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Legal Fights Brew Over Missouri Cannabis Sales Tax Rules

Under the state constitution, local governments can impose cannabis sales taxes. But how those taxes can be applied is still up for debate.

by Meg Cunningham, The Beacon

Cannabis

Home Baker Creates Epic Custom Cannabis Cakes

'Not Enough Options With Just Gummies or Drinks'

by Jill Wendholt Silva

Cannabis

Happy 4/20 in Kansas City

Celebrate With a KC Cannafest Gallery and Video

by Multiple Reporters

News & Issues

New Taxes on Recreational Marijuana, Airbnbs Win Voter Approval Across Kansas City

Customers purchasing recreational marijuana in Kansas City and neighboring municipalities will pay a 3% local tax on those retail sales, on top of the 6% state tax, following Tuesday’s election. New taxes and fees on short-term rentals also received Kansas City voter approval.

by Lynn Horsley, KCUR 89.3

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Missouri Sees Surge in Cannabis Jobs After Legalization Vote

The number of licenses DHSS approves for new employees each month has quadrupled since November

by Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent

News & Issues

Local Voters Ponder New Taxes on Marijuana Sales

Balancing Costs and Benefits

by Multiple Reporters

News & Issues

After One Month, Missouri Becomes a Top Cannabis Sales State

Surging Sales and Limited Capacity Push Prices Higher ... At Least Temporarily

News & Issues

Missouri’s Rapid Transition to Recreational Marijuana Pays Off

Quick Implementation Bodes Well for Business and Consumers

by Multiple Reporters

News & Issues

Finding Your Future in the Emerging Marijuana Industry

Marijuana Market Expansion Means Career Opportunities in Everything from Budtending to Tech

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