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Sesh in the Shawnee Set for June 6

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 26, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 26, 2026
Sesh In The Shawnee 2026

Illinois News Joint and News Joint Events are set to host the 2nd annual Sesh in the Shawnee from 12-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Jones’ Farm in Dongola. General admission tickets are $5 and can be purchased here. Illinois … Continue reading →

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Review: Alpine Strawberry Vape by Fernway

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 19, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 20, 2026
Alpine Strawberry Vape by Fernway

New vape brands are hitting shelves faster than I can review them. Massachusetts-based Fernway recently expanded into Illinois, so I picked up a few options from the brand’s lineup to review, starting with Alpine Strawberry.

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Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Fernway Alpine Strawberry Vape effects and flavor, Fernway Alpine Strawberry Vape review, Fernway vapes in Illinois, where to find Fernway vapes in Illinois

Review: Apple Jack Vape Pod by Rove

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 14, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 14, 2026
Apple Jack Vape Pod by Rove

With more than a dozen classic options, seasonal releases, and new hardware, large multi-state vape-brand Rove is still expanding its portfolio in the prairie state. I recently stopped at Key Cannabis Carbondale to pick up a few Rove options to … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Rove Apple Jack Vape Pod effects, Rove Apple Jack Vape Pod flavor, Rove Apple Jack Vape Pod review, Rove Vapes in Illinois

Review: Infused Mustard & Infused BBQ Sauce by Culinary Cannabis Co.

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 5, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 5, 2026
Infused Mustard & Infused BBQ Sauce by Culinary Cannabis Co.

I believe one benefit of legalization is the ability to integrate cannabis into daily life in more ways than ever before. Culinary Cannabis Company shares that approach, and I’ve been reviewing some of the label’s infused base ingredients lately. Recently, … Continue reading →

Posted in Edibles, Misc, Product Reviews | Tagged Culinary Cannabis Co. BBQ Sauce, Culinary Cannabis Co. Infused Mustard, Culinary Cannabis Co. infused products, Culinary Cannabis Co. product reviews, Culinary Cannabis Co. products in Illinois

Review: Lemon Drop & Blue Milk Mixy Vapes by Midweek Friday

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 3, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 6, 2026
Lemon Drop & Blue.Milk Mixy Vapes by Midweek Friday

Lately, I’ve been discussing the explosion of vape hardware options in my reviews, and products continue to advance at a rapid pace. nuEra imprint label Midweek Friday recently released a line of “Mixy” vapes allowing the consumer to magnetically connect … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Lemon Drop & Blue.Milk Mixy Vapes by Midweek Friday, Midweek Friday Lemon Drop & Blue Milk Mixy Vapes effects and flavor, Midweek Friday Lemon Drop & Blue Milk Mixy Vapes review, Midweek Friday vapes in Illinois

Review: Miami Mango Vape Stone by Higher Self

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 1, 2026 by Michael LasleyMay 6, 2026
Miami Mango Vape Stone by Higher Self

During the early days of legal cannabis, there were only a few options when it came to vapes. These days, new hardware hits shelves weekly in every shape and format imaginable. The 1937 Group brand Higher Self is hoping to … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Higher Self Miami Mango Vape Stone effects and flavor, Higher Self Miami Mango Vape Stone review, Higher Self vapes in Illinois, Miami Mango Vape Stone by Higher Self

Review: Infused Chamoy by NuEra

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 24, 2026 by Michael LasleyApril 26, 2026
Infused Chamoy by NuEra

With the release of the brand’s infused giardiniera last year, nuEra is no stranger to infused foods. The brand recently followed up by partnering with Michelin-starred Chicago restaurant Carino to release an infused chamoy. I recently stopped at nuEra Champaign … Continue reading →

Posted in Edibles, Misc, Product Reviews | Tagged Infused Chamoy by NuEra, NuEra and Carino Chamoy, NuEra Chamoy in Illinois, NuEra Chamoy review, NuEra Infused Chamoy

Review: Hawaiian Ran & London Pound Cake 75 Dual Chamber Vape by Cookies

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 17, 2026 by Michael LasleyApril 19, 2026
Hawaiian Ran & London Pound Cake 75 Dual Chamber Vape by Cookies

Vape companies have been adding space to tanks for years, but the latest trend seems to be adding flavors with dual chamber vapes. Multi-state brand Cookies recently released a 3-in-1 vape with dual flavors. I stopped at Cookies Bloomington and … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Cookie dual chamber vapes in Illinois, Cookies Hawaiian Ran & London Pound Cake 75 Dual Chamber Vape, Hawaiian Ran & London Pound Cake 75 Dual Chamber review, Hawaiian Ran & London Pound Cake 75 Dual Chamber Vape review

Review: Infused Chocolate Syrup and Hazelnut Syrup by The Culinary Cannabis Co.

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 13, 2026 by Michael LasleyApril 19, 2026
Infused Chocolate Syrup and Hazelnut Syrup by Culinary Canna Company

I’ve often said the next frontier for edibles is integration into our day-to-day diet. The Culinary Cannabis Company is taking that bet with a portfolio filled with infused-base ingredients, sauces, and syrups. I recently picked up from The Dispensary Champaign … Continue reading →

Posted in Edibles, Misc, Product Reviews | Tagged The Culinary Cannabis Co. Hazelnut Syrup review, The Culinary Cannabis Co. infused syrup flavor s, The Culinary Cannabis Co. infused Syrups in Illinois, The Culinary Cannabis Company Infused Chocolate Syrup review

Review: Infused Cream Soda by Keef

Illinois News Joint Posted on April 1, 2026 by Michael LasleyApril 7, 2026
Infused Cream Soda by Keef

While cannabis drinks still seem “new,” at least one established brand has been around more than 15 years. Colorado-based Keef, founded in 2010, came to Illinois via a partnership with Contract Canna. I recently picked up a couple Keef flavors … Continue reading →

Posted in Edibles, Product Reviews | Tagged Infused Cream Soda by Keef, Keef Ceram Soda review, Keef Cream Soda flavor and effects, Keef Infused Cream Soda, Keef infused soda in Illinois

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