Current Cannabis marks first year with event and river conservation donation

The South County dispensary celebrated its first anniversary on Aug. 15 with a customer appreciation event that mixed local partners, live music and charitable giving. Current Cannabis also donated $1,000 to the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance as part of a broader push to support Missouri conservation efforts.

Why it matters: - Current Cannabis has become a key cannabis retailer in South County after one year in business. - The dispensary remains the only cannabis store serving the Oakville area. - The anniversary event tied local retail growth to Missouri river and floodplain conservation.

What happened: - Current Cannabis held a first-anniversary celebration on Aug. 15 in South County St. Louis. - The event drew hundreds of customers, local partners and cannabis enthusiasts. - The celebration included product showcases, vendor activations, live music, food and community activities. - A portion of sales from the event went to the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance.

The details: - Current Cannabis said it donated $1,000 to support GRHA’s work protecting floodplains, wetlands and river ecosystems. - The dispensary said the donation was supported by customer generosity during the anniversary event. - GRHA’s mission focuses on preserving Missouri’s scenic and economically important rivers. - The company is locally owned and operated in South County. - Earlier this year, Greenway Magazine named Current Cannabis its 2026 Startup of the Year. - The company works with conservation and outdoor recreation initiatives across Missouri. - Brands that joined the celebration included Teal, HighFive, Kusch, Rove, Camino, Vertical, Nuthera, Vibe, Dialed In, Honey Green, Wave Length, Uncle Mac, Farmer G, Smokiez, Timeless, Robust, Sinse, Navarro, Head Change, Airo, Tsunami, Escape Artist, Ace Solventless, Vivid, Franklins and Fave. - Current Cannabis was built by the same team behind Teal, Kusch and HiGH FiVE. - The company says its retail approach combines cannabis manufacturing experience with a focus on premium products and customer service. - The company's website is Current Cannabis.

Between the lines: - The anniversary push positions Current Cannabis as both a retail operator and a community brand. - The conservation donation gives the dispensary a local cause that fits its outdoor and Missouri-focused message. - Winning an industry startup award suggests the business has gained traction quickly in a competitive market.

What's next: - Current Cannabis said it plans to continue its partnership with GRHA in the years ahead. - The dispensary is likely to keep using community events to reinforce customer loyalty and local visibility. - The company said it will continue focusing on premium products, service and community engagement in South County.