Local businesses reported 20% higher holiday season sales than the previous year

Gymnastics team wins first place at national competitionStudy finds that peppermint oil boosts focus

Coffee shop roasts beans in small batchesElementary school takes students on field trip to zooFashion show raises money for women’s shelter

Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stressPet hospital offers affordable wellness plans

City hosts Fourth of July parade with floats and marching bands

Online retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season

Weather service issues tornado watch for midwestern states through Friday eveningUniversity scientists develop biodegradable packaging for fresh produce

Retail chain introduces "zero-waste" aisles with package-free food optionsSurvey finds 65% of employees want more professional development opportunities

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• ·A farm started offering pick-your-own apple days in the fall that drew families from nearby cities
• ·Scientists study effects of different fertilizers on soil health
• ·Farmers reported a bumper crop of apples due to ideal weather conditions this year
• ·A team of archaeologists found ancient tools used by early humans in Africa
• ·A truck accident on a highway spilled 150 gallons of oil causing a temporary closure
• ·The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collections
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by local history that topped regional music charts
• ·A research team made a breakthrough in finding a cure for a common virus
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes
• ·Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·A sports equipment store sponsored a local Little League team
• ·A local artist painted a mural celebrating the city’s immigrant communities
• ·Researchers found that drinking green tea may lower the risk of certain types of cancer
• ·A new zoo opened a conservation center for endangered big cats
• ·A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikes
• ·An airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages