A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

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• ·A smartphone company offered a trade-in program for old phones to encourage recycling
• ·A powerful tornado destroyed dozens of homes in a small town in the midwest
• ·A study found that students who listen to instrumental music while studying retain 10% more information
• ·A study showed that online courses can help adult learners earn degrees 20% faster
• ·A gym offered free trial memberships that helped it gain 200 new members in one month
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $5 billion in geothermal energy projects
• ·A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres
• ·A new study showed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks can reduce the risk of obesity in children by 40%.
• ·A community organized a senior tea party that brought together 60 elderly residents for conversation
• ·A photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years
• ·Scientists compare effects of organic and conventional farming on soil
• ·A bookstore offered discounts on all books during a back-to-school sale
• ·A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windows
• ·Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areas
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop saw a 50% increase in customers