Farmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary studentsScientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate

The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesA popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its libraryResearchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adults

The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sitesA tech startup created a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollutants

Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces the risk of complications

The local museum held a special event for kids featuring hands-on science experimentsPet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices

City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schoolsOnline retailer offers free returns on all purchases

Physicists study black holes to understand universe formationSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games

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• ·A high school added a new course on environmental science to its curriculum
• ·Radio station adds new program focused on local music and artists
• ·A severe hailstorm with baseball-sized hail damaged crops on 70 farms in a rural county
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic film with live orchestra accompaniment
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect consumers from fraud and false advertising by businesses.
• ·A wildlife conservation group released 20 endangered turtles into their natural habitat
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of apples this year due to favorable weather conditions
• ·The city banned single-use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours
• ·Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression
• ·A charity organized a benefit concert
• ·Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students
• ·A community garden hosted a harvest festival with live music and a potluck using garden produce
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a rover to explore a distant asteroid
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with local ingredients