Clayton, NC: Crazy Horse Burns To The Ground
The Crazy Horse in Clayton, North Carolina, caught fire and burned early on January 6, 2008. Fire destroyed most of the building, leaving it a complete loss. Club owners say they will rebuild and reopen.
This Crazy Horse is one of six clubs in the Pure Gold chain. It was a topless membership club that served alcohol. It opened in 1998 and employed around 80 people.
The club was facing $5,000 in fines and a 10-day suspension after allegations of dancers engaging in lewd conduct such as exposing themselves to patrons and allowing customers to join upon entering instead of requiring a three-day waiting period back in 2007.