Local barber shop owners say the barber pole is what signifies their skill and work, though government control isn't the answer they are looking for.
The iconic rotating red, white and blue pole found outside of traditional barber shops is now at the center of new legislation. State Sen. John Gleason, D-Flushing, is pushing for legislation that will allow Michigan to join 10 other states that regulate the display of barber poles for only licensed barbers, according to The Detroit News. The lawmaker said he would like the pole to continue to be a symbol of traditional, fully licensed barbers, rather than any place that offers haircutting services. The bill was introduced in November, according to michiganvotes.org, and would prohibit establishments like hair salons from using the barber pole unless there was an accredited barber offering services there. Barbers must complete 2,000 hours…
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Shear Heaven
801 W 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI
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Steven B's Barber Shop
23263 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI
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We're on a quest to rate the best of the best in Ferndale. So far, we've asked you about gyms, coffee shops and nail salons (and learned about some hidden gems that we never would have thought to visit). Today the topic is barber shops. Visit Ferndale Places to learn about local barber shops and other men's haircut shops and write reviews. Do you have a favorite barber or stylist? Do you go for the bonus neck shave or hair wash? Tell us, Ferndale, what's the best barber shop in the area? Let us know what you think by clicking through to the profile pages of these businesses and leaving your comments: Previous "What's the best" topics: Do you own or manage a business in Ferndale? Be sure to claim your listing.
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Retro Barber Shop
435 W 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI
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Steven B's Barber Shop
23263 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI
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Barber Shop 940
940 W 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI
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Shear Heaven
801 W 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI
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Boric's Haircare
3346 Hilton Rd, Ferndale, MI
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Thomas Gagne
6:38 am on Monday, April 30, 2012
Guy, Steven B's was recently voted Ferndale's best barber shop. I've never seen the place empty. Great place for kids, dads, and many other men to get a hair cut. http://ferndale.patch.com/articles/what-s-the-best-place-for-a-man-s-haircut-in-ferndale more ›