Business View Civil & Municipal l November 2022

137 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 9 LEX INGTON, NC housing in the area, which will benefit from the alleviated traffic problems on the motorways. It’s also worth mentioning that metros in the Triad have widened their connecting motorways to ensure the proper flow of traffic between the cities. Marketing media about this large-scale project state it will be completed by 2027, and with this new railway infrastructure, new investors have identified Lexington as a perfect destination for new manufacturing businesses. A company called NewCo Steel has decided to erect the greenest steel manufacturing plant in the country. And with its positioning on the East Coast, this plant could be a massive asset for the residents of Lexington. With all these exciting, new developments in the city, it’s easy to forget the original attractions that have separated this Lexington from other small towns in the region. It’s known as the BBQ Capital of the World because there are 1,000 inhabitants for each BBQ restaurant. Higher than any other larger cities or towns. And the city hosts its annual Barbecue Festival in the Fall. During this week, the city’s population swells to 150,000, making it the most populous metro in Davidson County for one weekend a year. Another established asset in the area that is gaining strength is Lane’s Furniture, which employs locals to fill manufacturing roles. And for several years, this factory has created products that have been shipped all along the east coast. Now, the company plans to add an additional 400 jobs - which forms part of the increased job numbers in the Triad region.