Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%

The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtownA hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilitiesA wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres

A social media platform added a feature to hide comments with harmful content

Local farmers markets started selling homemade cheese and dairy products from local farmsA study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%

The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income householdsMudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesLocal restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season

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• ·Plant store offers tips for caring for succulents and cacti
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation
• ·A charity organized a benefit concert
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal beverage made with locally sourced honey
• ·A bookstore expanded its children’s section to include more books in different languages
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families with children to help with childcare costs
• ·A study showed that eating breakfast within an hour of waking can boost metabolism
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of mushroom can boost the immune system when eaten regularly
• ·A social media influencer collaborated with a beauty brand to launch a product line
• ·A coffee shop hosted a book reading event with a local author
• ·Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support life
• ·A community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music
• ·A city launched a recycling reward program where residents earn points for recycling that can be redeemed for local discounts
• ·Radio station hosts fundraiser to support local food bank
• ·The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into clothing fibers