Unregulated psychoactive substances sold in gas stations and convenience stores continue to raise concerns among local prevention leaders, who say the products remain easily accessible and largely unchecked. The issue was discussed during a Ray County Coalition meeting alongside updates on legislative efforts, jail-based prevention work and youth-focused strategies. Coalition members emphasized the growing availability of psychoactive substances in gas stations and convenience stores continues to complicate prevention efforts, particularly as new chemical compounds appear faster than regulations can respond. Beacon Mental Health Manager of Prevention Services Laura Bruce said Kansas City officials have increased enforcement and policy work to restrict the sale of psychoactive products in retail locations, noting those efforts could serve as a model for other communities if local ordinances and legal strategies hold up under challenge. Bruce described products commonly referred to…