Farmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary studentsScientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate

The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesA popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its libraryResearchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adults

The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sitesA tech startup created a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollutants

Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces the risk of complications

The local museum held a special event for kids featuring hands-on science experimentsPet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices

City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schoolsOnline retailer offers free returns on all purchases

Physicists study black holes to understand universe formationSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games

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• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches in underserved neighborhoods
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Parkinson’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·Local schools held a sports day for students to promote physical activity
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building
• ·A music festival raised $2.5 million for local animal shelters through ticket sales
• ·Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metal
• ·Hardware store sells rain barrels to help homeowners collect water for gardening
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous impressionist paintings on loan from a European museum
• ·A gym started a program for people with disabilities to help them stay active
• ·A popular bookstore chain announced it would be closing several locations due to declining sales and increased competition from online retailers.
• ·A study showed that practicing yoga daily can improve flexibility and reduce back pain
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·A school started a robotics club where students build and program robots
• ·A pet store started offering pet training classes for dogs and cats