Out & About in Missouri!
The Faces of the Missouri Cannabis Industry
▲ The NatureMed Dispensary team in Gladstone at 207 NE 72nd St., has passion, connection, and the drive to create a standout experience for customers every day. This team takes pride in what they do and shows up for their community day in and day out. NatureMed’ s Gladstone team includes( left to right): Savannah Bevineau-Rock, budtender; Willard Shepherd, supervisor; Christopher Peacock, supervisor; Melanie McQuiston, supervisor; Tracie Balkey, budtender; Jason Goodwin, budtender; Gabby Meade, budtender; and Christian Manning, supervisor.
▲ The NatureMed Dispensary Independence team shows up strong, bringing knowledge, energy, and a commitment to every customer who walks through the door. This fun-loving team sets the tone and raises the standard for medical and adult-use cannabis every day. NatureMed’ s Independence team includes( left to right): Alexis Espinoza, budtender; Sam Kaiser, store manager; Bri Stafford, budtender; Ash Hedrick, budtender; and Kyler Armstrong,
All NatureMed Dispensary photos by Ricky Starling
▲ The Kansas City Cannabis( KCC) North crew is getting ready for May the Fourth and Cinco de Mayo sales on May 4th and 5th. Check for details at www. KCCannabis. com. Coming from the airport or passing through Zona Rosa? Swing by the KCC North at 8170 NW Prairie View Rd, for a smooth stop on the way home. Order ahead and cruise through the drive-thru or come inside for personalized recommendations from the expert team( left to right): Amy, Alana, Sarah, Marcus, Whitney, and Nicci.( Photo by Hugo Ortiz of KCC.)
▲ The NatureMed team recently had the opportunity to go behind the scenes and tour Vertical Cannabis, gaining a firsthand look at the precision, passion, and process at its state-of-the-art cultivation facility. The experience deepened the entire team’ s appreciation for the craft and the people who bring premium cannabis flower to life and make it available to consumers at dispensaries like NatureMed and many others across the state.
14 May 2026 While at dispensaries, grab a copy of The EVOLUTION Magazine for a friend.