JONATHAN FOERSTER

Staff Writer - Features
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Bio: Features Writer
Started at the Daily News: December 2003
Bio: Jonathan graduated from the Missouri School of Journalism in 2003 with two passions: newspapers and warm weather. Living in Southwest Florida for the past four years has offered him plenty both. The proud owner of an iPod, Tivo and a coffee pot that automatically grinds then brews, he puts a modern spin on the classics, enjoying both narrative and yellow journalism. Knowledgeable about both Medicare benefits and the R&B operas of R. Kelly, in his spare time Jon enjoys hanging out with his friends, playing the mandolin and post-ironic viewing of Saved by the Bell.
Recent stories:
- Review: Press Play
July 17, 2008 - Local makes it through first round on “American Gladiators”
July 8, 2008 - Perky Gladiator: Annie Castellano may be smaller than most on 'American Gladiators,' but she won't let that stop her
July 3, 2008 - Playing bluegrass on his ‘own terms’
June 25, 2008 - Spice trade: Your guide to using the spice you have in your kitchen
June 24, 2008 - Her dream quest: Woman and her children bike to Maine to fulfill lifelong yearning
June 12, 2008 - Summer Mix ’08: We’ve got the soundtrack to your summer
June 12, 2008 - Check it out: Eat locally for cheap
June 10, 2008 - James Taylor tribute artist says it’s all about the music
June 9, 2008 - Jonathan Foerster: One man’s manifesto on "Sex and the City" movie
May 30, 2008 - See full list of stories by JONATHAN FOERSTER...
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Sam Buzzacco's tattoo was inspired by the several near-death experiences of family members in the past year. "I felt like I needed a guardian angel watching my back," he says.

While my tattoo took a mere 20 minutes, Sam's took several hours, including time for a quick smoke break about an hour and a half in.

Hooligan Ink occupies a small portion of a block-long building in the heart of Youngstown, Ohio. Once a thriving industrial city rivaling neighbors Pittsburgh and Cleveland, Youngstown has taken the decline of big factories worse than many cities. Its population has dwindled and crime has increased.
