Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve brain function

Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make stuffed animalsPostal service adds extra delivery days for holidays

Movie theater offers family matinees with cheap ticketsResearch indicates that gratitude journaling reduces stressHardware store offers classes on basic home repairs

Coast guard rescues boaters in stormy watersNewspaper profiles local musician with national following

Biologists develop bee-safe pesticide

Gymnastics team wins first place at national competitionA drought in the southwest led to the restriction of outdoor water use for businesses

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell agingA community center offered free language classes for refugee families

A discount store announced it will expand its organic food section by 50% in all locationsResearchers found that chronic stress can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 35%

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• ·A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniors
• ·A major airline planned to add more flights to tourist destinations
• ·A grocery store started offering online ordering and same-day delivery for customers
• ·A university started a new graduate program in business administration
• ·Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce flooding
• ·A car accident on a busy street caused minor delays but no serious injuries
• ·A hospital opened a new emergency room to handle more patients
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A study found drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·The government provided support to families struggling with rising living costs
• ·The police department launched a campaign to reduce traffic accidents in the city
• ·Researchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhood
• ·The stock market experienced a slight rise after the release of positive economic data
• ·Hikers find ancient petroglyphs in remote canyon area with no previous recorded history
• ·A major electronics brand released a new wireless headphone model with 48 hours of battery life