A photographer hosted a "family photo day" that offered affordable sessions for 50 families

The school district decided to start classes 30 minutes later to help students get more sleepResearchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression

The government started a program to help farmers switch to organic farming methodsA tech startup launched an app that uses AI to help users learn new languages in 10 minutes a dayDoctors developed a new inhaler that works faster for children with asthma

The local theater put on a special performance to raise money for a children’s hospitalA new study showed that drinking 8 glasses of water a day improves skin hydration and elasticity

The national weather service warned of a possible tornado in the central states this weekend

Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than othersThe government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu

A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly book swap events for community membersScientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening coral reefs and marine life

A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victoryA study showed that eating nuts daily can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol

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• ·Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills
• ·A study found sleep improves athletic performance
• ·Movie theater offers family-friendly matinees with discounted tickets
• ·Retail chain introduces zero-waste aisles with package-free food options
• ·A new study indicated that owning a cat can reduce the risk of stroke in older adults
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $140 million
• ·Local schools held a cultural fair showcasing traditional dances and foods from around the world
• ·A survey found that 60% of adults do not get enough sleep (less than 7 hours per night)
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce the use of pesticides
• ·Tea shop imports rare teas from Japan and India
• ·A drought in the west led to a ban on outdoor watering for residential and commercial properties
• ·A popular fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial additives from all menu items
• ·Newspaper profiles local musician with national following
• ·A charity raised funds to provide scholarships for students studying environmental science
• ·The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from industrial facilities
• ·Pharmacy provides free flu shot clinics at senior centers and community halls