Fayette County • September 11, 2025
Good morning, Fayette County. The landscape of beloved local businesses continues to shift as Hot Chicken Takeover—once a Columbus culinary sensation—has dramatically downsized its operation. After a decade of serving up Nashville-style heat to Central Ohio diners, the chain has abruptly closed locations in Gahanna, Grandview, and Westerville, leaving only its original North Market restaurant still serving customers. This sudden contraction marks another chapter in the ever-evolving story of our regional food scene.
Meanwhile, community support for healthcare access takes center stage with the return of the Adena Greenfield Medical Center Autumn Gala on October 11. The historic Orpheum Theater in Hillsboro will transform for an evening of auctions and entertainment, with each $100 ticket directly supporting critical local medical services. The event represents the kind of hometown investment that ensures quality healthcare remains accessible to all area residents—a particularly vital mission for our rural communities.
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⚖️ Greenfield man charged with raping child under 10 years old. Paul Cox Jr., 33, faces first-degree rape and third-degree gross sexual imposition charges following a grand jury indictment in Highland County. He allegedly engaged in sexual conduct with a child less than 10 years old during a two-day period. Ten other individuals were also indicted during the September 9 session, facing charges ranging from drug trafficking to weapons possession, tampering with evidence, and theft. Most drug-related charges involved methamphetamine or fentanyl-related compounds.
🍗 Columbus hot chicken chain closing almost all its locations. Hot Chicken Takeover, once a local sensation, has abruptly shuttered three more Central Ohio restaurants in Gahanna, Grandview, and Westerville. This follows earlier closures in Lewis Center, Gateway, and Clintonville that also happened without warning. After the Westerville location's final day on September 9th, only the original North Market location will remain open. The chain had been a popular fixture in Columbus for over a decade before this dramatic downsizing.
🏥 Autumn gala returns to support local healthcare in Highland County. The Adena Greenfield Medical Center Autumn Gala will be held October 11 at the historic Orpheum Theater in Hillsboro, offering attendees an evening of food, fun and auctions. Tickets cost $100 with all proceeds remaining local to support critical investments in patient care, technology, and facilities at the medical center. The event runs from 6-10 p.m. and aims to ensure quality healthcare remains available close to home for area residents. Those interested can purchase tickets or explore sponsorship opportunities at Adena.org/AGMCgala or by calling (740) 779-7528.
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