Powell • July 4, 2025
Good morning, Powell. The restaurant shuffle continues on Sawmill Road as PJ's Hot Pot permanently closes its doors after just 18 months of tableside cooking adventures. The all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ spot won't leave local dining enthusiasts without options for long, though β ER-GE is already renovating the space to bring its own buffet-style offerings to the area, proving that in the restaurant world, one establishment's farewell often signals another's grand entrance.
While culinary changes unfold, Marysville Public Library is sizzling with summer activities that span from Performance Dogs of Ohio shows to creative Perler bead workshops. The community calendar also marks a more solemn occasion as Powell remembers Donald Moore, whose 77 years included not just a 41-year career at Nestles and Memorial Hospital, but a life rich with family gatherings, gardening, and motorcycle rides that left lasting impressions on all who knew him.
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π² Korean BBQ restaurant closes after just 18 months in business. PJ's Hot Pot, which opened in February 2024 on Sawmill Road, has permanently shuttered according to Google listings and door signage. The all-you-can-eat establishment had allowed diners to cook their own meats and vegetables tableside. Another hot pot restaurant called ER-GE is already preparing to take over the location, with renovations currently underway. City permits indicate the new establishment will also offer buffet options.
π Marysville Public Library bursts with summer activities for all ages. The week of July 7-11 features daily events including family storytimes, a dog show with Performance Dogs of Ohio, and free summer lunches for children. Special programs include English conversation practice for ESOL learners, virtual author talks with RaΓΊl the Third, and creative workshops like School-Age Art Club with Perler beads. Community partnerships shine through events at local venues like Dalton Union Winery and Happenstance Brewing Project, while educational sessions cover topics from kindergarten readiness to Alzheimer's caregiving.
ποΈ Donald Moore's life of love and service ends at 77. The Marysville, Ohio resident passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, surrounded by family after a 41-year career at Nestles and Memorial Hospital. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Donald found joy in family gatherings and watching his grandchildren grow. He enjoyed gardening and motorcycle riding in his younger years. A funeral service will be held on July 7, with the family suggesting memorial contributions to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
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