The school district announced that classes will start later to improve student attendance

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snapRadio station launches podcast about local history and folklore

Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs

Swimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relayResearchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies

A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groupsThe government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure

Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cellsA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the year

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• ·A pet store started selling organic pet food which quickly became its most popular product line
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable thanks to government economic policies
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fabric that repels stains without harmful chemicals
• ·A farm started a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, allowing customers to pre-purchase weekly produce boxes
• ·Theater group performs original play about local history at community center
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads in mountainous areas
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts ride event to raise money for cancer research
• ·A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses 30% less water than the previous model
• ·Astronomers shared new images of a black hole captured by a global network of telescopes
• ·The public transit system offered discounted fares for commuters who carpool to stations
• ·A major bookstore chain announced plans to open more locations in small towns
• ·The city announced plans to install more streetlights to improve safety
• ·Scientists successfully cloned a rare animal to help preserve the species
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about entrepreneurship, gaining 8,000 monthly listeners
• ·Researchers found that adequate sleep can enhance problem-solving skills in adults
• ·The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans