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 photographer documented a local community’s efforts to rebuild after a natural disaster for a national magazine
• ·A high school football coach was named Coach of the Year after leading the team to an undefeated season
• ·Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide
• ·A severe hailstorm with baseball-sized hail damaged crops on 70 farms in a rural county
• ·A popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year
• ·A tech company released a new smartphone with a longer battery life
• ·Music festival sells out all tickets within 24 hours of release
• ·A new survey found that 71% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Research shows that regular social gatherings reduce loneliness in empty nesters
• ·A tech company announced plans to hire more employees in the coming year
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technology
• ·A major airline announced new direct flights to several European cities to meet travel demand
• ·The national soccer team hired a new head coach with experience leading teams to international titles
• ·Local schools reported a 95% attendance rate this semester, the highest in five years, due to improved health and wellness programs.
• ·The postal service introduced a new express delivery option for packages within 24 hours
• ·A gymnast won the all-around gold medal at the national championships with a near-perfect score