A bakery won an award for its signature chocolate cake at a regional competition

A charity organized a 5K walkathon that raised $75,000 for childhood cancer researchA study found that students who listen to instrumental music while studying retain 10% more information

A professional sports team hired a new head coach with a history of leading teams to championship winsA local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government wasteA bakery started supplying fresh bread to 10 local hotels and restaurants on a daily basis

A construction company used 70% recycled materials to build a new community centerA fitness app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities reached 2 million downloads

A farmers market began accepting food stamps and EBT cards to make fresh produce accessible to all

A hospital purchased a new 3D imaging machine to improve the accuracy of medical diagnosesA scientist developed a new method to detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease using a simple blood test

A pet store started offering "pet wellness checks" with a licensed vet to help owners monitor their pets’ healthA restaurant started offering "family-style" meals on weekends to encourage shared dining experiences

A school added a new course on financial literacy to help students learn about budgeting and savingA tech company released a new fitness app that tracks users’ workouts and provides personalized training plans

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• ·Archaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire
• ·A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectives
• ·Local police increased patrols to reduce crime in residential areas
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of frog in the Amazon rainforest
• ·A airline offered discounts for passengers who book flights during off peak times
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·A local café hosted a fundraiser for a local animal shelter
• ·A pet adoption center hosted an event that found homes for 35 cats and dogs in one weekend
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible tornado in the central states this weekend
• ·A new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens
• ·Students from a university won a national science fair with their environmental project
• ·A school district started a summer school program to help students catch up on learning
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs
• ·A major airline announced a renewable energy partnership to power flights with biofuel
• ·A new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors