Good morning, Franklin County. Lady Luck has made herself at home in Ohio this week! Two local convenience stores are celebrating after selling $1 million Powerball tickets, including Hudson Express Carryout in northeast Columbus. These golden tickets were among just 18 nationwide that hit the million-dollar mark, while two incredibly fortunate players in Missouri and Texas are now splitting the staggering $1.787 billion jackpot—the second-largest lottery prize in American history.
The sound of music will soon fill the Short North as the Johnstone Fund launches its 13th season of eclectic performances at Short North Stage. Meanwhile, the local restaurant scene continues its evolution with Hot Chicken Takeover closing its Grandview and Gahanna locations, leaving just two outposts of the once-expanding Nashville-style chicken chain still serving up that signature spice. The brand appears to be consolidating after its acquisition by new ownership.
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💰 Two Ohio convenience stores hit $1 million Powerball jackpot. A winning ticket was sold at Hudson Express Carryout in northeast Columbus, while another was purchased at Poor Boys Kwik-Stock in Champaign County. These lucky tickets were among 18 million-dollar winners nationwide from Saturday's drawing, which saw two players in Missouri and Texas split the massive $1.787 billion jackpot. The historic prize, accumulated over 42 drawings without a winner since May, now ranks as the second-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history. The Powerball jackpot resets to $20 million for Monday's drawing.
🎵 Columbus music series hits lucky 13 with eclectic lineup. The Johnstone Fund for New Music's 13th season at Short North Stage kicks off September 9 with the Pendulum Duo, featuring Ohio State faculty members specializing in diverse musical styles. The season continues with monthly performances through June 2024, showcasing innovative artists like Brooklyn's Pathos Trio, the multimedia-focused Unheard-of//Ensemble, and the interactive Chamber Brews. From classical reimaginings to ambient indie pop, the series promises a rich tapestry of contemporary musical expression across nine unique concerts.
🔥 Hot Chicken Takeover shutters two more Columbus-area restaurants. The Nashville-style chicken chain has closed its locations in Grandview and Gahanna, leaving only two remaining restaurants in operation. This continues a pattern of closures for the once-expanding local brand. The company, founded by Joe DeLoss, has undergone significant changes since being acquired by new ownership. These latest closures follow previous shutdowns as the brand appears to be consolidating its operations.
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