Bell's Barber Shop in Stow offering free back-to-school haircuts

Bell's Barber Shop is offering free back-to-school haircuts for students at its Stow location.

Justin Bell, owner, said business at his barbershop has been going well and he wants to give back to the community.

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"With inflation and prices going up everywhere, we just want to help out," he said.

Haircuts will be free by walk-in only for all students from kindergarteners to high school seniors from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 15 through Aug. 19 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 20.

Bell's Barbershop, owned by Justin Bell, standing right, is busy at its new location in Stow.
Bell's Barbershop, owned by Justin Bell, standing right, is busy at its new location in Stow.

Bell opened the barbershop in Stow last year with its original location in Cuyahoga Falls. Bell had previously worked in construction and would cut co-workers' hair while they were traveling for jobs.

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While haircuts are free, Bell said tips for the four barbers on staff are appreciated.

Bell's Barber Shop in Stow is located at 3266 Kent Road. Call 234-571-2302 for more information.

Reporter Molly Walsh can be reached at mwalsh@gannett.com 

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