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Hey there, Lexington! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Main Street scarecrow will win Lexington's People's Choice Award?
  • Brookland-Cayce senior earns elite National Merit semifinalist honor
  • See which Lexington District One classrooms won Michelin innovation grants

Also on today's calendar: TAG Academy's 2nd Annual Community Fall Festival and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Saturday: Some rain, temps: high: 70, low: 65.
  • Sunday: A couple of morning t-storms, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Lexington's Scarecrow Stroll on Main back for 2026 (coladaily.com) — Downtown Lexington's Scarecrow Stroll returns this October, filling Main Street with more than 40 creative, fall-themed scarecrows from local merchants between Oct. 12 and Oct. 29. Residents can enjoy the free, family-friendly displays anytime and then vote for their favorite in the People's Choice contest on the Town of Lexington's Facebook page from Oct. 15–30.
   

2. Brookland-Cayce student named National Merit semifinalist (lexingtonchronicle.com) — A Brookland-Cayce High School senior in Lexington School District Two has been named a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist, placing among the top 1% of test-takers nationwide. Another senior earned commended scholar status, showcasing strong academic performance and recognition for local students as they move into the competitive scholarship phase through 2027.
   

3. Michelin partnership sparks classroom innovation across Lexington District 1 (lexingtonchronicle.com) — More than 1,000 Lexington District One students will get new hands-on learning experiences this school year thanks to $5,000 in Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grants. Eleven teachers across nine local schools, including Lexington Elementary, River Bluff, and White Knoll, will use up to $500 each for creative STEM, literacy, and inclusion projects that go beyond standard classroom budgets.
   

4. West Columbia man charged with attempted murder after shooting at Lexington County deputy (wach.com) — Lexington County deputies responding to repeated 911 calls in West Columbia say a man opened fire on a master deputy with a semiautomatic shotgun, prompting both deputies to return fire. The suspect, barred from owning guns due to a prior conviction, was wounded, hospitalized, and now faces attempted murder and weapons charges as SLED continues its investigation.
   

5. W50 Lexington, SC: Arantxa Rus vs Malaika Rapolu Odds & Predictions (Oct. 8, 2026) (polymarket.com) — A professional women's tennis match between Arantxa Rus and Malaika Rapolu is set in the W50 Lexington main draw, with betting rules laid out for every possible outcome. Locals can follow how the match result is determined, including cancellations, retirements, or walkovers, based on official International Tennis Federation reporting.
   

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Ok Lexington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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