🌱 Lakewood Senator Wants To End Death Penalty + 41 Dogs Rescue Update

Hey, friends. I'm here with your Wednesday edition of the Lakewood Daily. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

A couple of morning showers. High: 58 Low: 38.

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Here are the top three stories today in Lakewood:

1. From the medical marijuana program to the death penalty, the new set of state lawmakers recently sworn in have big plans for 2023. Sen. Nickie Antonio, D-Lakewood, said, "I am determined, and my caucus is 100 percent behind this, to finally end the death penalty in Ohio." Other lawmakers' plans for 2023 include re-configuring Ohio's Department of Education, abortion laws, the Ohio Fairness Act, and more. (The Columbus Dispatch)
2. Last month, Lakewood Police rescued 41 beagle dogs from Ernest Lazor's home on Waterbury Road. The City of Lakewood condemned the home, which was reported to be full of feces and unlivable. The 71-year-old Lakewood man must pay $27,078 to the animal shelter by Jan. 6 if he wants his dogs back. Lazor is due back in court on Jan. 24. (Cleveland 19 News)
3. Dave Chudowsky of 3News said Georgetown Vosh in Lakewood was one of his favorite things and has "the best happy hour in Cleveland." The restaurant, located at 18515 Detroit Avenue, has outside igloos, karaoke, a private wedding venue, and more. Owner Mickey Krivosh has been serving the community for more than 60 years. (WKYC)

Today in Lakewood:

• Happy Hour At Western Reserve Distillers (4:00 PM)
• Heated Igloos At 16900 Detroit Avenue (4:30 PM)
• Boozy Bingo At The Winchester (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Did you know that the City of Lakewood maintains a "Do-Not-Knock Registry?" The registry enables residents to prohibit certain types of commercial door-to-door solicitors. Residents must re-register each year. Click here to learn more and to sign up for the 2023 registry. (City of Lakewood via Twitter)
• Looking for a new career or just keeping an eye on the local job market? View the link to see the latest job openings in the Lakewood area including Entry Level Account Manager, Class A Regional Driver, and Trading Operations Specialist. (Lakewood Patch)
• A cozy five-bedroom home is for sale on Lake Avenue in Lakewood for $644,900! Click the link to see more homes for sale in your area. (Lakewood Patch)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll see you around!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.