Good morning, Portage County. Times are changing in Garrettsville, where an overwhelming 89% of residents are supporting the end of an "archaic" ban on tattoo parlors. As one resident bluntly put it: "It's the year 2025. Not 1825." The potential economic ripple effect has many excited, with tattoo enthusiasts likely to patronize other local businesses while getting their ink done. The Planning Commission is now reviewing ordinances that could bring body art officially to town by late summer.
Meanwhile, Mother Nature flexed her muscles Tuesday when fallen trees and utility poles temporarily closed Peck and Sandy Lake roads, requiring Ohio Edison crews to untangle power lines and restore order. For those seeking community connection after the cleanup, Portage County's calendar is bursting with activities—from Eagles Club wing nights and Swiss steak dinners to BINGO gatherings and theater auditions for "The Play That Goes Wrong."
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🎨 Garrettsville considers tattoo parlors after 89% of residents show support. The Village Council reviewed overwhelming feedback from a community survey where residents called the current ban "archaic." One commenter pointedly stated: "It's the year 2025. Not 1825." Many residents highlighted potential economic benefits, suggesting tattoo enthusiasts would patronize local shops and restaurants. The Planning Commission will now review sample ordinances with the earliest possible approval coming in August or September after required public hearings.
📅 Community calendar bursts with local events for everyone. From book clubs and free meals to BINGO nights and rummage sales, the Garrettsville area offers numerous activities throughout the week. Regular gatherings include the Eagles Club's Tuesday wing nights, Al-Anon meetings, and senior center breakfasts in Farmington. Special upcoming events feature an Easter sunrise service on April 20, a Swiss steak dinner fundraiser on April 26, and auditions for "The Play That Goes Wrong" in early May. The calendar highlights how small-town community life thrives through these diverse, accessible activities.
🌳 Tree troubles and utility poles disrupt Portage County roads Tuesday. Peck Road closed due to a tree entangled in power lines between Gray and Lake Rockwell roads, while Sandy Lake Road was blocked at Meloy Road by a fallen utility pole. Ohio Edison crews were dispatched to both locations to resolve the issues. The county Engineer's Office announced the closures, affecting traffic in the area. Both roads reopened the following day.
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