Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research 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 snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·The stock market reached a new all-time high following positive corporate earnings reports
• ·Florist offers special arrangements for upcoming holiday celebrations
• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·Study finds that reading to young children increases their vocabulary by 30 percent
• ·A severe storm caused power outages in several neighborhoods across the state
• ·A research study showed that reading books reduces stress levels
• ·A new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping
• ·A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive development
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community leading to significant losses
• ·A leading streaming service released a documentary about the history of space exploration
• ·A bakery began selling its products at a local farmers market which doubled its weekly revenue
• ·Ambulance service trains community members in CPR and first aid
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping center
• ·Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults
• ·A university started a new program in graphic design and digital media
• ·Coast guard conducts training exercises in preparation for hurricane season