Scientists at a top research institute identified a new gene linked to improved immune function

A local farmers’ market started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakersWeather forecasters warned of a cold front that will bring freezing rain to the south

A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Parkinson’s diseaseThe stock market received a boost from news of a new medical breakthroughA charity organization built temporary housing for families displaced by a wildfire

Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into clothing fibersLocal schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s art program

The national ballet company performed a new show that sold out in days

A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 40 percent by 2030The government increased funding for mental health services to provide more support for those in need

A bookstore hosted a book signing event with a best-selling author drawing hundreds of fansScientists discovered that a certain type of mushroom can be used to clean up oil spills

The transportation department announced plans to add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleetA fashion designer collaborated with a sustainable brand to create an eco-friendly clothing collection

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• ·Local businesses sponsored a youth art contest for children ages 6 to 14
• ·Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shopping
• ·Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region
• ·A team of historians published a new book about the country’s colonial history
• ·Police department launches app for reporting non-emergency incidents
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state meet
• ·A local newspaper won a state award for its feature stories
• ·A global tech giant revealed plans to invest $2 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 40% by 2030
• ·A streaming service added a new category of classic movies to its library for film enthusiasts
• ·The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for sixth consecutive year
• ·A bakery used local ingredients in its products
• ·Research indicates that early music lessons improve math skills in kids
• ·Research indicates that 7-8 hours of sleep improves decision-making skills
• ·The government announced plans to build a new high-speed rail line connecting three major cities
• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple blooms