Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depression

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s historyA new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes on main roads to promote cyclingA major airline added new in-flight movies and TV shows to keep passengers entertained

Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars

The school district added a financial literacy class to teach students about budgeting and savingCoffee shop roasts its own beans on-site for freshness

Elementary school takes students on field trip to science museumFashion show raises money for charity with designs by local students

Research shows that walking on grass improves mental clarityPet hospital offers affordable pet insurance plans

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• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·A coffee shop sourced its beans from a fair-trade farm to support ethical farming practices
• ·A severe tornado touched down in a small town destroying several buildings and injuring a few residents
• ·A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final hole
• ·Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of heart disease in nearby residents
• ·A fashion store started offering online shopping with free shipping for orders over $75
• ·A tech startup introduced a new app that helps users manage their personal finances
• ·Automotive company recalls 40,000 pickup trucks over faulty steering components
• ·A study found that swimming for 45 minutes three times a week can improve heart health by 22%
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·A construction project to build a new airport terminal with more gates began
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zone
• ·The city hosted an international sports event attracting athletes from many countries
• ·A fitness app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities reached 2 million downloads
• ·Research finds that board games improve communication skills in families