Local businesses reported a 20% increase in sales during the recent holiday weekend, compared to the same period last year.

The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workersA research study found that regular exercise improves mental health

A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisineThe government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemicA new smartphone app helps users track their daily water intake

Local firefighters rescued several people from a burning buildingScientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight

A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year

The city installed more public charging stations for electric vehiclesSoccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs

Study reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percentIce cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit

Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to detect illegal substancesTheater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian

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• ·A study found that listening to music while working can improve productivity for some people
• ·Medical researchers found that regular stretching can reduce muscle soreness by 30% in athletes
• ·The school district launched a program to help students with learning disabilities reach their potential
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil drilling project in a protected area
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in 10 years
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences where customers dine in the kitchen
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit
• ·Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity rates
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxide
• ·Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performance
• ·The government planned to build 10,000 new affordable housing units in urban areas
• ·The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this year
• ·A local bookstore hosted a series of events with authors discussing their latest works
• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 30% in five years
• ·A bakery switched to compostable packaging for all its products to reduce waste