A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week

A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were used on the city’s official websiteA hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ furry companions

A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an awardA grocery store added a self-checkout section to reduce wait times for customersA fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake to practice emergency responses

A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for studentsA community organization hosted a charity run that raised $12000 for a local children’s hospital

A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit

A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilitiesThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European country

A fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menuResearchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type

The mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four yearsA luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

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• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave that will bring high temperatures to the central states
• ·A fire department responded to a small kitchen fire that was put out before it caused major damage
• ·The government announced a new plan to reduce student loan debt
• ·Doctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back pain
• ·Weather service issues warning for heavy rain in coastal areas
• ·A fashion brand started using recycled polyester to make its clothing
• ·A coffee shop introduced a seasonal drink made with pumpkin and spices
• ·Movie theater shows family friendly classic films during summer break
• ·Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills
• ·A study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%
• ·A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the final
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical praise attracting over 13500 visitors on its first weekend
• ·A city added more bike racks
• ·A library added a collection of books in braille for visually impaired patrons
• ·A government health agency launched a campaign to encourage annual flu vaccinations for all age groups