The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year

Cycling event draws over 1000 participants for 50 mile ride to support charityStudy shows that adding turmeric to meals has anti inflammatory benefits

Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metalLibrary hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parentsSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats

Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this yearResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities

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• ·A farm started selling honey sticks as a healthy snack for kids
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas
• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people
• ·A bakery introduced a new line of low sugar pastries
• ·Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation center
• ·A jewelry designer started selling their handmade pieces online and now ships to 25 countries
• ·A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award
• ·Magazine features profile of celebrity chef opening restaurant in small town
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 2,000 people
• ·The national tennis team won a major international tournament for the first time in 20 years
• ·A small bakery started selling gluten-free croissants that were featured in a local food blog
• ·The local police department increased patrols in high - crime areas
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·Community center provides free summer camps for kids from low-income families
• ·A musician released a music video that received 1 million views on YouTube in one week