A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra help in math and reading

A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in ColombiaA school district added a new art program that teaches students pottery and digital design

A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel magazineA hotel started offering "work from hotel" packages with dedicated desks and high-speed internetA musician released a folk album inspired by local history that topped regional music charts

A grocery store added a "zero-waste" aisle with bulk grains, nuts, and spices in reusable containersA fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 80 community members

A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses create professional invoices

A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summerA new restaurant chain opened its first location in the city offering plant based meals

The police department launched a new initiative to reduce crime in residential areasScientists successfully cloned an endangered animal to help preserve the species

Local businesses reported increased sales during the recent holiday shopping seasonThe university announced a new scholarship program for students studying environmental science

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• ·Researchers found that family dinners improve communication between parents and teenagers
• ·The local zoo started offering night tours to see animals that are active after dark
• ·A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community center
• ·A study found that reading printed books improves comprehension more than reading e-books for most readers
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new line of specialty teas, including herbal and loose-leaf varieties
• ·A national park closed a lake to stock fish
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade cheese and dairy products from local farms
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered animals and their habitats
• ·A fashion store started selling vintage-inspired clothing for young adults
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 40 families
• ·The local zoo offered educational programs for school groups to learn about wildlife conservation
• ·The national archive released hundreds of previously classified documents about a historical event
• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advance
• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens improves eye health in children