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News Joint Grow Journal 33: Peanut Butter Cookies by Tastebudz

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 16, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 16, 2022
Peanut Butter Cookies by Tastebudz

After another delay, I’m back with News Joint Grow Journal 2.0: Five Signature Strains and another journal entry spotlights for Peanut Butter Cookies by Tastebudz. As mentioned in Journal 24 and Journal 29, one branch on the Peanut Butter Cookies remained after I’d almost accidentally killed the plant as a seedling, and to adapt, I low stress trained in opposite directions the main central trunk and the one remaining branch.

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Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged grow journal, Peanut Butter Cookies, Peanut Butter Cookies strain, Peanut Butter Cookies strain review, Tastebudz, Tastebudz Genetics

Review: Cookie Dos by Revolution

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 15, 2022 by AdminMay 15, 2022
Cookie Dos by Revolution

By Theo I have to admit up front that in the past I haven’t been as much of a fan of Revolution products as many other Illinois cannabis enthusiasts. One strain I did, however, find at least potentially remarkable was the sativa-leaning phenotype of Dosido. So, when I saw Rev had crossed it with the very popular Cookies and Cream, I became intrigued. And when the 7-gram popcorn went on sale at Consume Marion, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Cookie Dos, Cookie Dos by Revolution, Cookie Dos strain, Cookie Dos strain review, hybrid, indica, Revolution

Higher Love event kicks off Pride Month

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 14, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 15, 2022
Higher Love event

High-Minded Events is scheduled to host “Higher Love – Pride Month Kick Off” Wednesday, June 1. Phil Cooper, Owner and Founder of High-Minded Events, invites all LGBTQ+ budtenders, buyers, and their allies to come kick-off pride at the second annual Higher Love.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News | Tagged cannabis event, Drag Queens, High-Minded Events, Higher Love, Higher Love - Pride Month Kick Off, June 1, LGBTQ+

Review: Oreoz by Cultivate/Ieso

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 13, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 15, 2022
Oreoz by Cultivate/Ieso

Last fall, Ieso refreshed its brand and launched new flower. Recently, Ieso added several new strains to its Cultivate library. This week, I picked up to review four new Cultivate strains from Consume Carbondale, including Jungle Cake, LA Kush Cake, Monkey Spunk, and Oreoz. This review is for the latter.

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Posted in Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Cultivate, hybrid, IESO, Oreoz, Oreoz by Cultivate, Oreoz strain, Oreoz strain review

IDFPR announces confusing “Final Administrative Decision”

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 12, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 13, 2022
IDFPR announces confusing “Final Administrative Decision”

Last week, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation sent out a press release with the heading “Final Administrative Decision” regarding applications for Conditional Adult Use Dispensing Organization Licenses. According to the IDFPR, “the statutory and administrative abandonment processes for each lottery, as provided by the Act and the Department’s rules, have been completed.”

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Posted in Law, News, Politics | Tagged Final Administrative Decision, IDFPR, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Qualifying Applicant Lottery, Social Equity Justice, Tied Applicant Lottery

Yellow Brick Road Live Badder by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 12, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 13, 2022
Yellow Brick Road Live Badder by Bedford Grow

Bedford Grow has several new and re-released strains out in concentrates on dispensary menus right now, so I picked up a few of them from Springfield Maribis. The first new item that caught my eye was Yellow Brick Road Live Badder. Yellow Brick Road is a sativa cross of Ghost Train Haze and Oz Kush BX1.

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Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged Bedford Grow, concentrate, Live Badder, Yellow Brick Road, Yellow Brick Road Live Badder, Yellow Brick Road strain, Yellow Brick Road strain review

Homegrown Supplies to host Grand Opening

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 11, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 12, 2022
Homegrown Supplies Grand Opening

One year ago, two friends who shared a passion for growing their own plants took their 25 years of experience and founded Homegrown Supplies Inc. in St. Charles. Now, a year later, Homegrown Supplies co-owners Charlie Colon and Scott Morken are set to celebrate its Grand Opening and 1-Year Anniversary with a 420-friendly event.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News, Profiles | Tagged 1-Year Anniversary, 420-friendly event, grand opening, Homegrown Supplies Inc.

Review: Jenny Kush FSHO Cartridge by Aerīz

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 10, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 11, 2022
Jenny Kush FSHO Cartridge

The last few months, I have been medicating with more Full Spectrum Hash Oil (FSHO) than I had in the past. I basically squirt from a syringe a dose of FSHO on food and eat the it at night for severe muscle cramps and pains. The problem for me with eating the FSHO is that the effects last a long time, and most often, I’m not looking for a five-hour trip. FSHO can be dabbed, … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Concentrates, Product Reviews | Tagged Aeriz, FSHO Cartridge by Aerīz, Full Spectrum Hash Oil, Jenny Kush, Jenny Kush FSHO, Jenny Kush FSHO Cartridge, review

Stagnant Illinois medical cannabis sales continue

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 9, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 9, 2022
April 2022 medical cannabis sales

Today, the Illinois Department of Public Health reported April 2022 medical cannabis sales totals. Despite recreations cannabis sales in Illinois setting new record highs for the year and a cannabis-holiday month that usually boosts sales, the medical cannabis sales for April did not share the bounce in total sales as April recreational sales did.

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Posted in Health, Law, News, Politics | Tagged April, Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois medical cannabis sales, medical cannabis sales totals

Review: Guru 10 by Verano

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 8, 2022 by M LasleyMay 9, 2022
Guru 10 by Verano

Sometimes the crowd grows too loud to ignore. Over the past month, I’ve had multiple recommendations to try the newest batch of Verano flower. It’s no secret that the company has had issues since the beginning of legalization, so I was surprised to hear some of my trusted friends tell me it was worth trying again. That’s what led me to my latest pickup from Consume Marion, Guru 10 from Verano.

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Posted in Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Forbidden Fruit and Petrol OG., Guru 10, Guru 10 by Verano, Guru 10 strain, Guru 10 strain review, indica, Verano

Herban Social to host free monthly events

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 7, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 9, 2022
Herban Social

The Herban Social, a free monthly event designed to connect every day cannabis consumers to local cannabis culture, creates a safe space for adults 21+ to explore offerings and meet likeminded individuals in the Chicago Suburbs.

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Posted in Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News, Profiles | Tagged artisans, Chicago Suburbs, Herban Social, local cannabis culture, monthly events

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Review: Crops’ Motorbreath 15 by Justice Cannabis Co.

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 6, 2022 by AdminMay 6, 2022
Motorbreath 15

By Theo Cultivars like L’Orange, Florida Orange, Orange Velvet Underground RBX, Orange Whip, Tropical Orange Bomb, Orange Afghani, Orange Pie, and Orange Soda have appeared on Illinois menus this past year for more orange flavors, but Illinois now appears to … Continue reading →

Posted in Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Crops, Justice Cannabis Co., Motorbreath 15, Motorbreath 15 strain, Motorbreath 15 strain review

Aroma Grow to host Stoner Trivia & Movie Night

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 5, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 5, 2022
Stoner Trivia & Movie Night

The Aroma Grow Store in Wheeling is scheduled to host Stoner Trivia & Movie Night May 20.

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Posted in Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News | Tagged 668 Wheeling Road, Aroma Grow Store, cannabis-friendly events, Stoner Trivia & Movie Night, Wheeling

Review: HFCS Dablicator by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 5, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 5, 2022
HFCS Dablicator by Bedford Grow

After we reviewed our first two Bedford Grow Dablicator Oil Applicators (Super Silver Haze and The Mothership), I wanted to try more. I picked up from Maribis Springfield the High Fructose Corn Syrup Dablicator (and a few other strains to … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Misc, Product Reviews | Tagged Bedford Grow, Dablicator, Dablicator Oil Applicators, HFCS, High Fructose Corn Syrup, High Fructose Corn Syrup strain, High Fructose Corn Syrup strain review

IDPH to host Medical Cannabis 101 Q&A

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 4, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 4, 2022
Medical Cannabis 101

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is scheduled to host a Medical Cannabis 101 event next week at the Marquette Heights Public Library.

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Posted in Events, Health, Law, News, Politics | Tagged Illinois Department of Public Health, Marquette Heights Public Library, May 12, Medical Cannabis 101, Q&A

Review: Candy Rain Live Rosin Badder by Floracal Farms

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 3, 2022 by AdminMay 3, 2022
Candy Rain Live Rosin Badder

@medsforheads When I worked at a dispensary, a common question from locals and out-of-towners alike was “Do you carry rosin?” I was always as disappointed to answer “no” as they were to hear it. Longtime medical patients may remember early … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Candy Rain, Candy Rain Live Rosin Badder, Candy Rain strain, Cresco, Floracal Farms, review

420 helps boost April recreational sales

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 2, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 3, 2022
April cannabis sales

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced April’s recreational sales totals today. Illinois’ April cannabis sales total of

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Posted in Law, News, Politics | Tagged April recreational sales, Cannabis sales, Illinois, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, monthly

News Joint Grow Journal 32: Jilly Bean by MzJill Genetics

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 2, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 3, 2022
Jilly Bean by MzJill Genetics

Welcome to News Joint Grow Journal 2.0: Five Signature Strains. After a longer delay than expected, I’m back with Jilly Bean by MzJill Genetics. I left off with the last Jilly Bean entry with my first attempt at a FIM … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged grow journal, Jilly Bean, Jilly Bean by MzJill Genetics, Jilly Bean strain, Jilly Bean strain review, MzJill Genetics, News Joint Grow Journal 32

Grow 5 Champaign to host Sunday Shakedown

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 1, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 1, 2022
Sunday Shakedown

Grow 5 Champaign is scheduled to host Sunday Shakedown on Mother’s Day. The May 8 event will host several venders, including genetics, live glass blowing, treats, apparel, and more. Grow 5 will be offering discounts, free potency testing, and raffles.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News | Tagged event, gardening, grow, Grow 5 Champaign, Mother's Day, Sunday Shakedown

Curaleaf Releases “Rooted in Good” Social Impact Report

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 1, 2022 by J. L. BrownMay 3, 2022
Rooted in Good Social Impact Report

Curaleaf Holdings has released its inaugural 2021 Social Impact Report. The report highlights the community achievements and positive impact of its Corporate Social Responsibility work, “Rooted in Good.”

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Posted in Culture, Law, News, Politics, Uncategorized | Tagged Curaleaf, Rooted in Good, Social Impact Report

Review: Gorilla Cookies by Aerīz

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 30, 2022 by Illinois EdMay 1, 2022
Gorilla Cookies by Aerīz

I’m old enough to remember when many Illinois cultivators sold their flower in plastic containers. Oh, wait, that was, like, less than two years ago. Despite my warped frame of reference of time for these last couple of years, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Aeriz, flower, Gorilla Cookies, Gorilla Cookies by Aerīz, Gorilla Cookies strain, Gorilla Cookies strain review, hybrid

Let It Grow Music Fest May 13-15

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 29, 2022 by J. L. BrownApril 30, 2022
Let It Grow Music Fest

ElderBeard MusicWerx is scheduled to present Let It Grow Music Fest May 13-15 in Mechanicsburg.

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Posted in Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News | Tagged campground, ElderBeard MusicWerx, Illinois, Let It Grow Music Fest, May 13-15, Mechanicsburg, psychedelic music festival

Homegrown Review: White MAC by John Grow #15

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 28, 2022 by Illinois EdApril 28, 2022
White MAC

We are back with a new medical patient review and a rare strain grown by John Grow #15, who has been an Illinois medical patient since June 2019 and has been growing his own medicine for more than 25 years. John … Continue reading →

Posted in Medical Patient Homegrown, Strains | Tagged Medical Patient Homegrown Review, Strain Review, White MAC, White MAC strain, White MAC strain review

A grandma’s experience getting a medical card

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 27, 2022 by AdminApril 27, 2022

By Lori Anne For more than a year, I have contemplated becoming a registered cardholder in Illinois’ Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program. I have been diagnosed with more than one debilitating condition, as defined in the Compassionate Use of … Continue reading →

Posted in Compassionate Clinics of America, Culture, Health, Interviews, Law, Lifestyle, News | Tagged Compassionate Clinics of America, grandma gets medical card, How I got my medical card, how to get a medical card, Illinois

Review: Chem De Menthe by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 26, 2022 by AdminApril 26, 2022
Chem De Menthe by Bedford Grow

By Theo Gas and diesel terps go with just about anything. What Bedford Grow has delivered here with Chem De Menthe popcorn buds is gas and diesel of the mentholated variety. Breeder Steve Moon of Moonman Genetics created yhis bold … Continue reading →

Posted in Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Bedford Grow, Chem De Menthe, Chem De Menthe by Bedford Grow, Chem De Menthe strain, Chem De Menthe strain review, Moonman Genetics

Next Level customer appreciation event Saturday

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 25, 2022 by J. L. BrownApril 25, 2022

The April 20 holiday has passed but the cannabis-friendly events continue. Next Level Indoor Garden Supply is set to host its 2nd Vendor Day for its one-year anniversary.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News | Tagged customer appreciation event, Fish Head Farms, FoxFarm Soil & Fertilizer, GrowCast, Hydrofarm, Illinois Cannabis Consulting, Next Level, Next Level Indoor Garden Supply i

Review: Zour Watermelon Bubble Hash by nuEra

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 23, 2022 by AdminApril 23, 2022
Zour Watermelon Bubble Hash

@medsforheads When nuEra washes bubble hash from Ethos Genetics cultivars, tasty things tend to happen. This time, it’s a cross of Loompah’s Headband and Watermelon Zkittles known as Zour Watermelon. I procured some from nuEra Chicago just two weeks after … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged bubble hash, NuEra, Zour Watermelon, Zour Watermelon Bubble Hash, Zour Watermelon Bubble Hash by nuEra, Zour Watermelon strain, Zour Watermelon strain review

“Cannabis Groverbs” memes created to inspire growers

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 22, 2022 by J. L. BrownApril 22, 2022
Cannabis Groverbs

As part of our effort inspire registered patients to grow their own medicine, Illinois News Joint created a series of Cannabis Groverbs memes for our Original Memes page. Our Cannabis Groverbs are tongue-and-cheek adaptations of famous proverbs from around the … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Culture, Memes | Tagged Cannabis Groverbs, Groverb Meme, News Joint Memes, original memes

3rd Annual Illinois Growers Cup set for Saturday

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 21, 2022 by J. L. BrownApril 21, 2022
Annual Illinois Growers Cup 420

ElderBeard MusicWerx and Tru Health Care and Wellness are scheduled to host the 3rd Annual Illinois Growers Cup 420 event April 23.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News | Tagged Annual Growers Cup 420, cannabis event, ElderBeard MusicWerx, Grow Off, Tru Health Care and Wellness

Illinois News Joint’s discount deals beyond 420

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 21, 2022 by J. L. BrownApril 22, 2022
ILNJ promo codes

Though Illinois News Joint promotes plenty of “Holiday Deals” for our collaborators, sponsors, and advertisers, we also try to offer “Everyday Discounts” to our readers and followers. When we collaborate or partner with businesses, we try to include discounts for … Continue reading →

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