A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking online

A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next yearScientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adultsThe government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores

A tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesChocolate shop creates artisanal chocolates with local ingredients

Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new vehiclesTV network announces new reality show about farm life

Research shows that regular socializing improves mental health in seniorsPlant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators

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• ·A university started a new graduate program in public health with a focus on epidemiology
• ·The school district announced plans to hire more teachers
• ·A severe hailstorm with golf ball-sized hail damaged crops on 50 farms in a rural area
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults.
• ·Camera store offers workshop on photography skills for beginners
• ·A famous novelist published a new book that focuses on environmental protection
• ·The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit system
• ·Volunteers cleaned up over 2000 pounds of trash from a popular beach over a weekend cleanup event
• ·A new movie received four nominations at a major film awards show
• ·Shoe brand releases new line of shoes made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·Local farmers market introduces weekly workshops on organic gardening techniques
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·An automaker unveiled an electric SUV with a range of 450 miles and fast-charging capability
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased by 17% this quarter
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historic sites
• ·A study found that spending time with pets can reduce anxiety and depression, improving overall mental well-being.