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Good morning Lexington! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • What Lexington Two students learned inside Scout Motors' training center
  • First 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru coming to Sunset Boulevard corner
  • See where Lexington drivers can find some of the cheapest gas

Also on today's calendar: Shadows of the 60s - A Tribute to Motown's Supergroups and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Some rain, with a high of 68 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Lexington 2 Innovation Center students see manufacturing careers in action at Scout Motors' Production Training Center (westmetronews.com) — Lexington Two Innovation Center students recently visited Scout Motors' Production Training Center in Blythewood, getting hands-on exposure to modern manufacturing careers. Their director says the National Manufacturing Day field study reinforced the value of the center's career and technical education pathways and highlighted real job options students can pursue right after graduation.
   

2. 7 Brew Coffee is planning its first Lexington drive-thru location. Here's where (thestate.com) — A new 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru is planned for 5237 Sunset Boulevard, near Mineral Springs Road, marking the chain's first location in the town of Lexington. Town planning documents show the project is under review, with appearance approvals already granted, positioning this busy commercial corner for another quick-stop option alongside nearby restaurants and a car wash.
   

3. Cheapest gas stations in Columbia (thestate.com) — Drivers in and around Lexington can currently find regular gas for $3.63 at the Gulf station on Augusta Road, one of the cheaper options in the Columbia area. A new roundup compares prices across Costco, Sam's Club, Walmart, and other nearby stations so you can plan the most affordable fill-up.
   

4. 2 charged after gunfire complaints - Lexington County Sheriff's Department (lexingtonscsheriff.com) — Deputies arrested two West Columbia residents after responding to gunfire complaints and finding meth and ammunition at their home, then took them to the Lexington County Detention Center. The sheriff says one suspect admitted firing shots despite being barred from having a gun. Both have since been released on bond while charges move forward.
   

5. Man challenges 2021 murder conviction in Lexington County murder case (wistv.com) — Lexington County courts are again revisiting the 2021 murder of 15-year-old Sanaa Amenhotep, as one convicted defendant, Treveon Nelson, seeks to overturn his conviction, claiming poor legal representation. Another defendant, Nazareth Sanchez-Peralta, is set to argue before the state Supreme Court, while co-defendant Jaylen Wilson is also pursuing post-conviction relief, prolonging the victim's family's search for finality.
   

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    Thursday October 8
  • Rotary Club of Chapin Sunrise
    Crooked Creek Park Chapin, SC 29036
    7:30 am
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    Midlands Technical College – Airport Campus, 1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia
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  • As a reminder, join us Saturday, October 17 at 2439 Morningside Dr.
    for a not so typical yard sale where you'll find clean quality pieces that are priced to move! You'll find furniture, LOTS of classy apparel, tech… (Nextdoor Spring Lake)
  • Good day everyone, do you have trash, funiture or anything hauled off?
    Haul offs start at $45. If you have any metal or appliances hauled off I can pick up for free. Do you see something you want to buy but have no way… (Nextdoor Longs Pond and Nazereth)
  • Five Guys posted a job opening for Shift Leader - Five Guys Red Bank (Lexington, SC) in Lexington. Apply here.
  • Planet Fitness posted a job opening for Future Opening: Weekend Closer in Lexington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lexington here.

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