🌱Rabid Bat + New SC State Fair Treat + Job Fair This Week

Good morning, neighbors! Sean Peek here with the latest copy of the Columbia Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 77 Low: 48.

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Here are the top stories today in Columbia:

1. South Carolina's Department of Health and Environmental Control announced yesterday that a rabid bat was found near downtown Columbia. At least one person was exposed to the bat, which tested positive for rabies, and has been referred to a health care provider. DHEC's lab testing for the bat was conducted last week on Oct. 14 and confirmed the next day. The bat was found near Henderson Street and Hampton Street. (The State)
2. Part of Spears Creek Church Road near Earth Road was closed yesterday afternoon following a fatal crash, according to the Columbia Police Department. The two-vehicle collision killed one and another person reportedly has critical injuries. CPD's Traffic Safety Unit is investigating the crash. (WIS10)
3. Check out a new spin on a classic favorite food at the South Carolina State Fair this year. Four words: caramel apple cinnamon rolls. (Abccolumbia.com)
4. The City of Columbia and South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce are hosting a community job fair 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Drew Wellness Center this Thursday, Oct. 21. (WLTX.com)
5. Plans were officially announced yesterday confirming that BullStreet will become the home of Columbia's first food hall by 2023. (The State)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.