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City council members open LGBTQ+-friendly tattoo shop in San Antonio’s Pride District
By Michael Karlis at San Antonio Current
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
A pair of San Antonio politicos are getting into the tattoo business. District 2 Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez and Melissa Cabello Havrda, who represented District 6 on council until 2025, released a video revealing they’re launching a new tattoo shop in the Pride Cultural District, which they...
Key takeaway ” The shop’s handle, Zorra […] The post City council members open LGBTQ+-friendly tattoo shop in San Antonio’s Pride District appeared first on San Antonio Current.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The launch of Zorra in the Pride Cultural District brings a unique blend of local government and community entrepreneurship to Alamo Heights ' neighboring area. As a council member, Jalen McKee-Rodriguez has been involved in initiatives supporting the local business community, and this venture may indicate a growing trend of civic leaders investing in San Antonio's cultural districts. The Pride Cultural District, often referred to as the city's "gayest neighborhood," will likely benefit from the increased foot traffic and visibility that a new business can bring. This development may also spur further investment in the area, potentially leading to a more vibrant and diverse local economy. As the shop becomes operational, it will be worth watching how it contributes to the district's character and whether it inspires other local leaders to explore similar entrepreneurial pursuits. The intersection of government and small business ownership raises interesting questions about the role of civic leaders in shaping local commerce.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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