A government program helped small businesses expand

A study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studyingThe government passed a law to raise the legal age for buying alcohol

A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidaysA local café started serving vegan desserts made with coconut milkResearchers developed a new battery that is 50% smaller than current models

The railway service announced it would offer free coffee to passengers during morning commutesA new TV show became the most-watched program of the year within a month of airing

A study revealed that eating breakfast helps children perform better in school

A city installed more electric vehicle charging stations in parking garagesPodcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader

Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happinessPet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travel

Park rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and faunaNewspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms

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• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by a drought
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that fermented for 48 hours for better flavor
• ·A baseball team won the national championship after a seven-game series against their division rivals
• ·Researchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·Research finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids
• ·Doctors reported a decrease in the number of patients with a certain disease
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $50,000 for a nonprofit
• ·A school district introduced a new lunch program offering more plant-based meal options
• ·The city council approved plans for a new shopping mall
• ·The city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes
• ·The government launched a program to provide free internet access to rural schools
• ·A major food company announced plans to reduce the amount of sugar in its products
• ·Police department launches campaign to reduce distracted driving
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses create professional invoices
• ·Scientists identified a new strain of bacteria that could help break down plastic waste more efficiently