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Unfortunately this dispensary has now changed a number of its policies and installed a computer software program that hides true costs. Previously, they had a tax free offer from 9 - 12 every day which made it worth the drive; and in addition offered a discount to seniors and veterans. Recently the tax free period has been changed to 9 - 10 every day, and not offered in conjunction with a senior or veteran discount. Previously I felt that although Desert Rose was a bit more expensive per item, the tax free period combined with the 10% senior discount made it worth the effort to visit them. No longer. The new software breaks down every dollar you spend and adds up to a dime per dollar to your total for some alleged charity. So, if you spend $100, look for 100 line items on your receipt adding as much as an additional $10 to your cost. The manager explained to me that this change was effective November 13, 2017. However, it seems a bit hit or miss as some staff apply the senior discount during the tax free hour of 9 - 10, while others don't. Management explained to me that "yes, there is no reason for a senior to come in during the tax free hour in the morning as the tax free period voids the senior discount. I still haven't been able to calculate how the 10% senior discount is offset by the approximately 8.5% sales tax. That said; every dispensary makes its own marketing decisions; and every customer has an opportunity to vote with their wallet. Let me stress that the staff, and manager, were unfailingly polite in attempting to explain how 8.5% equals 10%; and staff here have always been friendly and courteous.