January 23rd 2024.
The city of Chicago has recently gained a new, unexpected tourist attraction - a rat-shaped hole in the sidewalk that has gone viral. People from all over the world have been flocking to Roscoe Village to see and take pictures of this unique hole. Some have even left coins, cheese, and other items in a makeshift shrine next to it. While the visitors can't seem to get enough of it, the local residents are feeling quite differently.
In a Reddit post titled "A gentle plea from the Rat Hole Residents," the neighbors express their frustration with the sudden attention and popularity of the rat hole. They recall how it used to be a cute and quirky addition to their neighborhood, but now it has become a nuisance. The post lists 11 grievances, including garbage piling up, vandalism, loud parties, and even the mail carrier skipping their house due to the crowds and news crews.
The residents are not against the rat hole itself, but they are begging for some understanding and respect from the visitors. They mention that some people have suggested turning the hole into a permanent shrine, which they believe will only prolong the chaos. The author of the post is afraid that the hype around the rat hole will never completely die down, causing ongoing issues for the neighborhood.
Coincidentally, around the same time the Reddit post was published, a viral video on TikTok showed the hole being filled with a concrete-like material. This only added to the chaos and frustration for the residents. Some neighbors took it upon themselves to clean out the hole, while others expressed their disgust and anger towards the act.
One woman who was interviewed by a reporter expressed her confusion and disappointment, as she had only wanted to leave a small tribute to the rat hole. Another woman didn't see the big deal and believed that strollers and wheelchairs could easily go around it. However, a man from Chicago was appalled by the act and joined in the effort to clean out the hole.
The Reddit post also addressed the rumors that the residents were the ones trying to fill in the hole. They denied any involvement and expressed fear of retaliation from angry visitors. Despite the chaos and tension, the residents want to make it clear that they have no intention of destroying the rat hole, but they do ask for some peace and understanding.
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