Research indicates that gratitude practices reduce symptoms of depression

A school’s theater program put on a production of "The Wizard of Oz" that sold out 5 showsA tech company released a finance app that helps users track expenses and savings

A community garden donated 120 pounds of peas to a local food bankA bakery introduced gluten-free bread that tastes like traditional wheat breadA coffee shop hosted a book reading with a local author, drawing 70 attendees

A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art microScientists have discovered a new species of insect that aids in pollinating rare wildflowers

The government announced a new initiative to provide free job training for unemployed youth

Local schools will introduce coding classes for elementary students starting next semesterChocolate shop makes artisanal chocolates with local ingredients

Ambulance service adds new stations in underserved rural areasTV network announces new reality show about small business owners

Research shows that regular dinners with friends boost mental healthPlant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators

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• ·The national hockey team announced its new captain for the upcoming season
• ·The police department launched a campaign to raise awareness about cybercrime
• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient tools used by early humans
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending
• ·A severe dust storm reduced visibility to near zero causing highway closures in the plains
• ·A farm stand began accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible to low-income shoppers
• ·A new museum dedicated to modern art opened its doors to the public
• ·A farm invested in a new greenhouse to grow vegetables year-round and supply local markets in the winter
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resort
• ·Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%
• ·Candle company donates portion of sales to environmental conservation groups
• ·Researchers found evidence of water on a distant planet that could support life
• ·The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missions
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new emergency gear