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Moxie and Organic Remedies MO Begin Cannabis Production in Missouri After Signing Strategic Alliance Agreement

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Friday, September 16, 2022

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Moxie (MXY Holdings, Inc "Moxie"), the first licensed cannabis company in California and a leading multi-state cannabis operator, product manufacturer, and producer of the Moxie brand, announced that the company has entered into a Strategic Alliance Agreement with Organic Remedies MO, Inc ("ORMO") to produce and distribute Moxie's award-winning cannabis products to medicinal cannabis patients in the State of Missouri.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Sept. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Moxie (MXY Holdings, Inc "Moxie"), the first licensed cannabis company in California and a leading multi-state cannabis operator, product manufacturer, and producer of the Moxie brand, announced that the company has entered into a Strategic Alliance Agreement with Organic Remedies MO, Inc ("ORMO") to produce and distribute Moxie's award-winning cannabis products to medicinal cannabis patients in the State of Missouri.
  • The agreement expands access to cannabis medicines throughout Missouri and continues Moxies record of establishing productive partnerships across the United States.
  • "Our agreement will bring the full suite of Moxie products to Missouri patients, and were confident that well continue to set the standard for product quality, consistency, and patient care.
  • Organic Remedies also produces medical cannabis under the brand names of MoDank, Salad, and Eden's Tree.

MariMed’s Brands and Products to Enter Missouri Market

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Monday, September 12, 2022

MariMed anticipates completion of the facility in the first quarter of 2023 with wholesale sales to commence thereafter.

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  • MariMed anticipates completion of the facility in the first quarter of 2023 with wholesale sales to commence thereafter.
  • I am delighted to announce our management contract in the state of Missouri that will facilitate the distribution of our products in this emerging cannabis market, said Bob Fireman, Chief Executive Officer of MariMed.
  • Expanding our operations to increase distribution of our award-winning brands aligns with our strategic growth plan and delivers on another shareholder commitment.
  • MariMed Inc., a multi-state cannabis operator, is dedicated to improving lives every day through its high-quality products, its actions, and its values.

BellRock Brands Signs Agreement to Enter Missouri Market; Introduces SYNERGY Berry Focus and Sleepberry Gummies

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022

BellRock's entrance into Missouri exemplifies BellRock's focus on driving organic growth and expanding its reach through new and maturing markets.

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  • BellRock's entrance into Missouri exemplifies BellRock's focus on driving organic growth and expanding its reach through new and maturing markets.
  • "Missouri is an attractive new market and we anticipate BellRock will benefit from an early mover advantage," said Brian Jansen, CEO of BellRock Brands.
  • BellRock has also announced two new products to its Dixie gummy line: SYNERGY Berry Focused and SYNERGY Sleepberry.
  • SYNERGY Berry Focused gummies contain a balanced cannabinoid blend of CBG, CBD, THC, and a special terpene profile aimed at supporting alertness and focus.

Citizens Launches Workforce Development Support for Queens

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Residents and businesses in Queens will benefit from broader and more equitable access to job training and development programs under a $350,000 Workforce Development programming commitment announced today by Citizens.

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  • Residents and businesses in Queens will benefit from broader and more equitable access to job training and development programs under a $350,000 Workforce Development programming commitment announced today by Citizens.
  • The new initiative, launched in partnership with Pursuit , Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation , and Ocean Bay Community Development Corporation , will focus on much-needed technical skills training and career counseling in Queens.
  • We believe that such access is key to the economic viability of communities and neighborhoods, and we are proud to help support this effort in Queens.
  • In May, Citizens announced commitments totaling $400,000 to support small business vitality in Chinatown.

More Than 55 million Households Are Interested in a Product That Removes Dust/Allergens and Purifies the Air, According to Parks Associates Research

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Friday, June 17, 2022

DALLAS, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates hosted the Connected Health Summit session "Smart Home and Health: Modern Living" on Thursday, June 16, to discuss new solutions and services from health and smart home providers. The ninth annual Connected Health Summit, sponsored by ADT Medical Alert, Alarm.com, EarlySense, Johnson Controls, Rapid Response Monitoring, and Independa, addresses the role of technology in improving indoor air quality and the value of platforms and service-based technologies enabling predictive and proactive monitoring to support independent living.

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  • "Indoor air quality (IAQ) specifically impacts consumer health, with 47% of US internet households reporting an IAQ-sensitive health condition.
  • The pandemic highlighted health risks in air quality for many consumers, increasing interest in smart products that can measure and deliver a healthy, clean environment," said Elizabeth Parks , President and CMO, Parks Associates.
  • "We've also seen family caregivers increasingly turn towards technology, especially monitoring services, in providing care for their loved one.
  • The panels "Air Quality in the Home" and "Smart Home Platforms: Caretaker and Senior Services" featured the following industry leaders:
    Matthew Adcock , Sr.

Revolution Announces Expansion To Missouri And Grand Opening Of The First Revolution-Branded Medical Cannabis Dispensary In Sunrise Beach

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

SUNRISE BEACH, Mo., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its national expansion, multi-state cannabis operator Revolution announced the grand opening of the first Revolution-branded medical cannabis dispensary in Sunrise Beach, Missouri on May 20th.

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  • SUNRISE BEACH, Mo., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its national expansion, multi-state cannabis operator Revolution announced the grand opening of the first Revolution-branded medical cannabis dispensary in Sunrise Beach, Missouri on May 20th.
  • Revolution Dispensary is located in Sunrise Beach by the Lake of the Ozarks.
  • Because the lake is a popular vacation destination for Missourians, Revolution Dispensary is expected to draw patients from across the state.
  • The opening of Revolution Dispensary in Sunrise Beach coincides with the launch of Revolution's new website, which can be accessed here .

AIR Communities Announces 2021 Humberto Award Winner, Richard Sabater

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Miami, FL, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apartment Income REIT Corp. (known as AIR Communities) is proud to announce Richard Sabater as the winner of the companys annual Humberto Award.

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  • Miami, FL, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apartment Income REIT Corp. (known as AIR Communities) is proud to announce Richard Sabater as the winner of the companys annual Humberto Award.
  • Created in 2015, the award is named for Humberto Rodriguez, a beloved teammate who tragically lost his life in service to our communities.
  • The award honors teammates who exemplify Mr. Rodriguezs zest for life, commitment to culture, and dedication to service.
  • Richard Sabater is the Senior Service Manager at Flamingo Point, a 1,721-apartment home community in Miami Beach, FL.

Michelle Gollapalli to Lead the Simpson Senior Services Board

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

Simpson announces that Michelle Gollapalli, MBA, CFRE, CAP, has been named to a two-year term as chair of its board of directors.

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  • Simpson announces that Michelle Gollapalli, MBA, CFRE, CAP, has been named to a two-year term as chair of its board of directors.
  • This is heart-centered work, says Gollapalli, who was raised by her grandparents and sees her involvement in senior services as a way to honor them.
  • Gollapalli is vice president of diversity, inclusion & development at ECRI Institute in Plymouth Meeting, PA and immediate past chair of the board of trustees of the Messiah United Methodist Church in Lafayette Hill, PA. She originally joined the Simpson Foundation board in October of 2015, when the foundation was in its infancy, and has been involved with Simpson ever since, joining the Senior Services board in 2016.
  • Simpson is a not-for-profit family of services, including five senior living communities, home care, therapy and end-of-life care.

DisposeRx Packets Selected for "Safe at Home" Patient Safety Opioid Initiative

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

"Improving patient health and safety are the Board of Pharmacy's top priorities," said Missouri Board of Pharmacy President James L. Gray, II, Pharm D, MBA in a MO Healthnet statement.

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  • "Improving patient health and safety are the Board of Pharmacy's top priorities," said Missouri Board of Pharmacy President James L. Gray, II, Pharm D, MBA in a MO Healthnet statement.
  • "The Board looks forward to partnering with MO HealthNet on this important patient safety initiative."
  • MO HealthNet selected DisposeRx packets, manufacturer of the market leading at-home medication disposal solution, as the preferred medication disposal solution.
  • DHSS issued a statewide standing order authorizing licensed pharmacists practicing in the state of Missouri to order and dispense DisposeRx packets.

Columbia Care Announces Grand Opening of Cannabist Dispensary in Missouri; First Cannabist in the State and Ninth in the Nation

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Thursday, October 7, 2021

This marks the ninth Cannabist location and the 75th active Columbia Care dispensary in the U.S. Cannabist Hermann is located at 2060 Village Lane.

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  • This marks the ninth Cannabist location and the 75th active Columbia Care dispensary in the U.S. Cannabist Hermann is located at 2060 Village Lane.
  • We are proud to bring the Cannabist experience to medical patients in Missouri, said Jesse Channon, Chief Growth Officer of Columbia Care.
  • Columbia Care will also open a manufacturing facility in nearby Columbia, which will produce vapes, edibles, tinctures, tablets and pre-rolls.
  • Following the ceremonial ribbon cutting, Cannabist will continue the grand opening celebration with food, music and specials for patients throughout the weekend.