The city council approved plans to build a new public library in the eastern part of town

Power company offers free energy audits to residential customersSurvey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next year

Theater group stages free outdoor production of Shakespeare play in city parkBiologists use drone technology to count seal populations in Arctic watersSoftware firm launches project management tool designed for small creative teams

Gardening center offers workshops on growing herbs indoors during winter monthsBasketball team wins state championship after comeback victory in final two minutes

Study finds that listening to classical music while studying increases test scores

Community organizes river cleanup event that removes 2 tons of trashA golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new trauma center wing with 35 bedsResearchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure by 12% in hypertensive patients

The public transit system started offering a monthly pass that includes free bike rentalsA clothing brand announced it will stop using leather in all its products immediately

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• ·A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticity
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a university to research AI
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play that sold out all shows
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with easy-to-follow recipes for busy families
• ·The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans
• ·A grocery store added self-checkout lanes to reduce wait times for customers
• ·A hospital started a support group for patients recovering from major surgeries
• ·A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from 8 different countries
• ·Physicists make breakthrough in developing quantum computers for commercial use
• ·Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests for 20 minutes a day boosts immune system function
• ·A local museum opened a new exhibition showcasing ancient artifacts from around the world
• ·A new video game was released and quickly became a top seller
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce sugar intake
• ·Study finds that journaling helps people process difficult emotions