Yesterday, a catastrophic fire ravaged the Cell-Con factory in Question Mark, Ohio, causing extensive destruction and critically injuring the company's CEO, Thompson Zisk. Mr. Zisk, who is currently the Mayor of Question Mark, is currently receiving emergency care at a hospital in nearby Marietta. “He was dressed in a fancy purple suit and cufflinks like he was going to his own funeral,” one anonymous onlooker said.

The Cell-Con factory, once hailed as a beacon of technological progress, had recently faced several mounting challenges. Despite the initial success of the Zisk7000 phone in 1995, the company struggled to keep pace with more reliable competitors like Motorola. Compounding these difficulties, Cell-Con has been under increased scrutiny from government regulators after Thompson Zisk was accused of running an illegal pyrite mine which caused a disturbing green cloud to form over the town in 1995. The Cell-Con plant suffered a significant chemical spill this past February, which left several nearby residents unconscious for several days.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, and the timing amidst Cell-Con's business and regulatory troubles has raised concerns and speculation within the community about the possibility of arson. This incident is not only a major setback for the local economy but also a personal tragedy for Thompson Zisk, a figure central to Question Mark's growth and development. The community awaits further updates on Mr. Zisk's condition and the future of Cell-Con with a mix of both apprehension and hope.