EVENTS

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Cannabis Research Institute to kick off Public Research Series

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Jason BrownOctober 21, 2025

Cannabis Research Institute kicks off Public Research Series

The Cannabis Research Institute (CRI) is inviting the public to attend its inaugural CRI Public Research Series, an initiative designed to make cannabis research transparent, accessible, and collaborative.

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Flower Expo posts Seshes recordings for Illinois panels

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Jason BrownOctober 14, 2025

The Flower Expo recently released recordings of the Seshes from its second open-consumption cannabis event in Illinois. During the Flower Expo Illinois, several panels of professionals answered questions about the Illinois cannabis industry. Those panel discussions can be found here.

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Southern Harvest Festival set for Saturday

Posted on September 29, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 30, 2025

Southern Harvest Festival set for Oct. 4

HighLasley Events is set to host the inaugural Southern Harvest Festival from 12-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at Jones’ Farm in Dongola, Illinois. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet brand representatives and sample for free cannabis products from Illinois. … Continue reading →

MCBA Equity Workshop Tour set for Oct. 4

Posted on September 27, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 30, 2025

The Minority Cannabis Business Association invites the public for its Equity Workshop Tour Saturday Oct. 4. The event is set for 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Industrious, located at 171 N. Aberdeen St. in Chicago. Free tickets can be reserved … Continue reading →

Flower Expo Illinois set for Tuesday and Wednesday

Posted on September 21, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 22, 2025

Please find us at the Flower Expo Illinois from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept. 23-24, at The Geraghty. Visit the team at the Illinois News Joint booth #108. Founder Jason Brown also will be moderating the “Shaping Tomorrow’s Cannabis Market: Sales, … Continue reading →

Keefy Cannafest 2025: Highly Connected set for Saturday

Posted on September 18, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 19, 2025

Keefy Canopy is scheduled to host Keefy CannaFest 2025: Highly Connected Saturday. The festival is set for 11 a.m.-7 pm. September 20 at Molly’s Joint, located at 2 Donna Dr. in Tilton, Illinois. Limited tickets can be purchased here. Early … Continue reading →

Flower Expo Illinois announces speakers

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 12, 2025

The Flower Expo recently announced the lineup of speakers for its Illinois event. The Flower Expo Illinois is set for 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept. 23-24, at The Geraghty. With a diverse mix of national and regional brands, Flower Expo Illinois … Continue reading →

Carbondale to host Hemp, Hops, & Shrooms festival

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 8, 2025

The City of Carbondale is scheduled to host the 4th Annual Hemp, Hops, & Shrooms festival from 3-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Downtown Entertainment and Events Plaza. Hemp, Hops, & Shrooms is a free collaborative event that offers … Continue reading →

SIUC Hemp Cannabis Symposium set for Sept. 19

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 8, 2025

The Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center is set to host the 6th annual Southern Illinois Hemp Cannabis Symposium from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sept. 19. For more information about the event, contact the symposium by phone at 618-536-7751 or by … Continue reading →

Chicago NORML to host Elevate and Advocate Gala

Posted on August 31, 2025 by Jason BrownSeptember 8, 2025

Chicago NORML is scheduled to host its 2025 Elevate and Advocate Gala from 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11. The Gala is set to bring individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures together to celebrate the growing acceptance of mindful cannabis consumption … Continue reading →