A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region

Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticidesGymnastics team wins first place at regional competition

Study finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptomsCoffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central AmericaMiddle school organizes field trip to science museum for students

Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion schoolResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels

Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsA grocery store started offering online recipe suggestions based on the items customers have in their cart

A school district updated its technology policy to allow students to use their own devices in classA photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years

A hotel added a spa and wellness center with massage services and yoga classes for guestsA musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital

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• ·A severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains
• ·A community garden donated 120 pounds of peas to a local food bank
• ·The government introduced new guidelines to ensure safer working conditions for construction workers
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app, helping riders recover items
• ·The government approved funding for a new high-speed internet network in rural areas
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses adopt digital technology
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting from next year.
• ·Local police started a campaign to reduce speeding in residential areas
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring reusable cups
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 250 bicycles at 20 stations
• ·The government announced plans to build a new high-speed rail line connecting two major cities
• ·The government released a report showing a 18% improvement in air quality in urban areas
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of berries may slow age related memory decline
• ·A local middle school’s science team won first place at a national STEM competition