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After 157 Years in Chicago, Siebel Institute is Moving to Montreal
The Siebel Institute of Technology announced that after 157 years in Chicago, it is relocating to Montreal. The change is effective on January 1, 2026.
Hopvemberfest at Beveridge Place Pub, Because IPA Still Matters
Every year, during November, Beveridge Place Pub conducts a tournament-style people’s choice competition to determine which IPA will serve as the house IPA for the upcoming year.
Yakima Chief Ranches Introduces a New CEO and New Chairperson
The company just announced the appointment of two new key officers. Jason Perrault is now the Board Chair and Jason Champoux is the new Chief Executive Officer.
Pike Brewing Closing its Pike Pub in Seattle After Three Decades of Operation
The venerable Pike Pub is closing effective November 30, 2025. Located near Pike Place Market, the former home of Pike Brewing Company will close after 35 years of operation.
A Fundraising Campaign and Event for Markus Stinson
Join in this Sunday, or contribute via GoFundMe, as we raise funds to help out a fellow beer industry vet.
Grit & Grain, a Podcast About Beer That is Not About Beer
One of my fave podcasts, The Grit & Grain Podcast is about beer and it is not about beer. It’s about the big, beautiful world that beer is such an essential part of.
River Barrel Distributing Announces Partnership with Slightly Furry Cider
River Barrel Distributing is proud to announce that we are now the exclusive distributor for Slightly Furry Beverage Company cider in Western Washington.
The ASBC and the CIBD Are Coming to Seattle in 2026
Brewers, distillers, and chemists from around the World are coming to Seattle. The American Society of Brewing Chemists (ASBC) and the Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers (CIBD) will hold their 2026 joint meeting in Seattle.
Rogue Brewery Abruptly Ceases Operations at All of its Locations
Effective immediately, Rogue ceased operations at all its facilities, including the brewery in Newport, OR, and its pubs in Astoria, Newport, Portland, and Salem.
