A local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center

A new study revealed that adequate sleep improves students' academic performanceThe city implemented a new parking system to make parking easier

A major food company planned to reduce the amount of sugar in its productsScientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from wasteThe school board approved the construction of a new elementary school

Researchers found that interacting with pets can lower blood pressureThe government started a program to help small businesses use digital technology

A tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal finances

Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems earlyThe country’s GDP grew by 1.5 percent in the last quarter driven by service industries

A historical society opened a museum exhibit featuring vintage photographs of the cityResearchers found that playing musical instruments improves memory in older adults

A music festival announced it will use 100 percent renewable energy for next year’s eventThe city council voted to add more bike lanes to reduce traffic congestion

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• ·Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precaution
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce 50 new original shows next year
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration while studying
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to source all its coffee from sustainable farms
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on topics like renewable energy and space exploration
• ·Renewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year
• ·A team of historians published a new book about the country’s civil rights movement
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of women scientists throughout history
• ·A major tech company revealed its latest smartphone model with advanced features
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for midwestern states
• ·The city introduced a new bike sharing program to promote eco friendly transportation
• ·A hotel added a rooftop bar with views of the city skyline
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with vegan pancakes and avocado toast
• ·A farm started a educational program for school groups to learn about farming