Local businesses reported 20% higher holiday season sales than the previous year

Gymnastics team wins first place at national competitionStudy finds that peppermint oil boosts focus

Coffee shop roasts beans in small batchesElementary school takes students on field trip to zooFashion show raises money for women’s shelter

Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stressPet hospital offers affordable wellness plans

City hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bands

Online retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season

Weather service issues tornado watch for midwestern states through Friday eveningUniversity scientists develop biodegradable packaging for fresh produce

Retail chain introduces "zero-waste" aisles with package-free food optionsSurvey finds 65% of employees want more professional development opportunities

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• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester.
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·A team of researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months.
• ·A construction project to renovate an old library began this week
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 500 bags of trash from local streets
• ·A new survey found 70% of consumers prefer brands prioritizing sustainability
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and advanced agricultural techniques
• ·Motorcycle club organizes charity ride to raise money for pediatric cancer research
• ·Researchers found that early education has a positive impact on children's future
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices
• ·Researchers found that exercise helps improve memory in older adults
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests
• ·A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen time
• ·The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Researchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills