Free Slurpees At 7-Elevens Wednesday

Today, 7/11, will give away free slurpees to customers who stop in between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.

The annual giveaway is part of a nationwide “7-Eleven Day” campaign that happens every July 11 (or 7/11), in honor of the franchise’s birthday. 2012 marks the company’s 85th year in business, and the 45th birthday of the Slurpee.

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Customers can ask for a free, 7.11-ounce Slurpee at any 7-Eleven location, while supplies last, a release from the convenience store chain said.

"7-Eleven Day, or free Slurpee Day, gets bigger and more popular every year," Joe DePinto, 7-Eleven president and CEO, said in the release. "This year we expect to give away seven million Slurpee drinks, more than ever before, beating last year's offer by two million.”

So, if you are looking for a free way to cool down Wednesday, stop by the 7-Eleven stores at:

• 3703 Central Rd., 847-724-7470.
• 3120 Glenview Rd., 847-729-2090.
• 2441 Glenview Rd., 847-724-6938

Contact the individual store for more details.

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