The school district announced that classes will start later to improve student attendance

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snapRadio station launches podcast about local history and folklore

Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs

Swimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relayResearchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies

A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groupsThe government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure

Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cellsA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the year

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• ·Hardware store sells compost bins to encourage home recycling
• ·Local restaurants started offering outdoor dining options to accommodate more customers
• ·A city added more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety
• ·Hardware store offers DIY home repair workshops for beginners
• ·A study revealed that students who participate in sports teams have better time-management skills
• ·A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitors
• ·A local newspaper printed a local history section
• ·A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after 12 days of firefighting
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell aging
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2000 years
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged cars and roofs in several neighborhoods across the city
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers with crop losses
• ·A local basketball team won the state championship after a come-from-behind victory in the final
• ·A vet clinic added a 24-hour emergency service to meet the needs of pet owners in the area
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $120 million