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Marijuana Store Opening In Darien | Darien, IL Patch
DARIEN, IL – A marijuana dispensary is planning to open in late spring in Darien. High Haven is described as female-led and minority-owned. It is set to be at 8131 Cass Ave. in the Darien Plaza. The business has secured five licenses in Illinois to run dispensaries,...
‘A Very Long and Hard-Fought Battle:’ Inside One Company’s Quest to Secure Licenses in Illinois’ Adult-Use Cannabis Market
Illinois’ adult-use cannabis licensing process has been littered with legal challenges, and High Haven, a female- and minority-owned company based in the state, is just one of several business hopefuls embroiled in litigation to secure licenses to operate in the...
Profiles in Legalization: Cannabis Banking: Defense amendments and the MORE Act
Recent weeks have seen movement on two important pieces of federal cannabis reform. First, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act. While defense spending isn’t normally meaningful for cannabis, Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) attached an...
PodConx: Women Leading In Cannabis
Michigan’s recreational cannabis market has experienced swift changes in the three years since 56 percent of voters statewide just said yes. While the early months in late 2019 and early 2020 saw a supply bottleneck as retail stores opened and commercial growers...
MiBiz: Barriers, opportunities persist in Michigan’s growing cannabis market
Michigan’s recreational cannabis market has experienced swift changes in the three years since 56 percent of voters statewide just said yes. While the early months in late 2019 and early 2020 saw a supply bottleneck as retail stores opened and commercial growers...
Authority Magazine: Women In Wellness: Mahja Sulemanjee-Bortocek Of High Haven On The Five Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Help Support People’s Journey Towards Better Wellbeing
As a part of our series about the women in wellness, I had the pleasure of interviewing Mahja Sulemanjee-Bortocek. Mahja Sulemanjee-Bortocek founded High Haven in 2019 after identifying innovative and necessary solutions for cannabis companies to scale while putting...
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From the best strains to Q&A–style interviews with experts from the team, learn about cannabis, High Haven, and more on our blog.
Does the Percentage of THC Matter? Why Higher THC Does Not Equal Better Weed
The more THC, the better the flower, right? Well, it might surprise you to find that it is actually not the case. The percentage of THC on the label holds little meaning when it comes to the quality of the bud in your hands and is, in fact, an unreliable indicator of...
Making Your Own Edibles: 6 Mistakes to Avoid
Cannabis edibles are a popular way to consume marijuana, but making them can be tricky. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a first-time cook, there are a few mistakes you should avoid to ensure your cannabis edibles turn out as tasty and effective as possible. ...
Let’s Be Blunt: 6 Biggest Rolling Mistakes
Blunt rolling is a fun and a great way to create a unique experience for new and seasoned heads alike. But rolling a blunt can be tricky to master. So, whether you’re a novice or complete stoner, we’re breaking down the different types of rollables and some of the...
Cooking with Cannabis 101
Cannabis-infused foods are a great alternative to smoking for those looking to achieve the same high without smoking or vaping. There are a few different ways you can bake or cook with cannabis; however, there are a few things you need to be aware of. Some...
What is a Tincture?
Everyone is familiar with the traditional forms of cannabis, such as blunts and gummies. However, few stoners are familiar with tinctures, which have been used as a form of medicine for hundreds of years. Now, they are a common way to ingest cannabis and other...
Why do edibles kick in at different times?
Edibles are cannabis-infused food products that come in various forms, from gummies to brownies. There are many factors that contribute to a person’s edible experience, and the effects can kick in at different times depending on how it’s made and the consumer's body...
What’s the Difference Between Joints, Spliffs and Blunts?
What's the difference between joints, spliffs and blunts? Rolled smokables are one of the most popular ways to consume cannabis flower for several reasons. Rolling cannabis into a blunt, joint, or spliff is a great way to enjoy or share your cannabis, especially on...
Shopping for Cannabis Flower You’ll Love
Cannabis Analysis Paralysis is Common Many new cannabis users feel overwhelmed by the number of choices available when visiting their local weed shop. And who can blame them? Walking into any dispensary across the country presents you with an overwhelming number of...
What Bong Should I Buy?
Beakers and bubblers and rigs! Oh, my! A stoner without a bong is like a Cheech without a Chong. But with so many different kinds and sizes, bong shopping can get overwhelming fast. If you're on the quest for a new bong, there are a few things you need to consider:...