A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year regardless of family income

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to animal sheltersA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 6000 acres with no threat to nearby homes

A new social media platform launched that focuses on sharing educational contentLocal farmers markets started accepting mobile payments to expand customer accessThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate malaria in five remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final holeA hospital announced it will add a new trauma center wing with 35 beds

Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure by 12% in hypertensive patients

The public transit system started offering a monthly pass that includes free bike rentalsScientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutes

Fitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machinesStudy finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students

Chocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday seasonAmbulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new stations

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• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours
• ·A sports team hired a new coach with experience winning national championships
• ·A local farm started selling subscription boxes of fresh produce delivered weekly to customers’ homes
• ·The university invited a renowned expert to give a lecture on technology innovation
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A city launched a bike safety program for kids, giving away free helmets and lessons
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 34% of the country’s total energy production
• ·Scientists found that certain types of music can help improve focus while studying
• ·Study indicates that playing chess improves problem solving skills in elementary students
• ·A tech company donated software to local non profit organizations
• ·A farm began selling its products directly to restaurants which increased its profits by 25%
• ·Library offers free access to online language learning tools
• ·Study finds that remote work increases job satisfaction for 80 percent of employees
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in the upcoming international tournament
• ·A university opened a new research center focused on renewable energy solutions
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months