Pickaway County • May 29, 2025
Good morning, Pickaway County. Central Ohio's food scene is heating up faster than summer temperatures with Alchemy café announcing its third location coming to Hilliard this fall. The popular Columbus-based eatery will bring its health-conscious offerings to The Well recreation center, creating the perfect post-workout refueling spot. Meanwhile, sweet-toothed students near Ohio State have a new reason to celebrate as Milkshake Factory has officially opened its doors, adding to the area's growing food renaissance.
Beyond these culinary developments, our community faces heartbreaking news with the tragic death of six-year-old Eva Bretz. The Columbus girl's passing has resulted in murder charges against her mother, while the coroner's report revealed disturbing details of prolonged abuse. The case has prompted deep concern throughout Franklin County as officials continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding this devastating loss.
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☕ Columbus café Alchemy brews up third location in Hilliard. The popular local eatery will open its newest spot inside The Well recreation and wellness center this fall. This expansion marks continued growth for the Columbus-based café chain. The new location will serve patrons of the community wellness facility, adding to Alchemy's existing presence in the Columbus area.
🥤 Milkshake Factory swirls into Columbus near Ohio State campus. The popular milkshake shop has officially opened its first Columbus location, adding to its growing chain of dessert establishments. This new spot joins the company's recent expansion efforts, which include a Cincinnati-area location that recently celebrated its grand opening. The timing aligns with other food developments near OSU, including the return of a sandwich chain after nearly a decade's absence from the area.
💔 Six-year-old Eva Bretz died from horrific abuse and violence. The Columbus girl's autopsy revealed blunt force trauma, a severed liver, strangulation injuries, and evidence of sexual assault. Her mother, Ashley Fagan, has been indicted for murder and other charges, while her boyfriend Blake Hutchinson, who was also charged, died by suicide. According to the coroner's report, Eva suffered a "pattern of violence" lasting weeks or months before her death, and traces of fentanyl were found in her system. The Franklin County Coroner's Office officially ruled her death a homicide.
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