Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

Doctors developed a vaccine to protect children in Africa from a deadly childhood diseaseThe community center hosted a job fair with 50 local companies hiring for various positions

A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better gradesThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking onlineA major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next year

Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homesThe school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood

Researchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesPet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies

Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in rural areasTravel magazine lists top hidden travel destinations for budget travelers

Research finds that board games improve communication skills in familiesShoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and organic cotton

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• ·A local café introduced a new specialty coffee drink
• ·The university conducted research on the use of technology in education
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·A gardener developed a new type of tomato plant that resists pests and produces more fruit
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing for winter storms
• ·The transportation department began repaving major highways to fix potholes
• ·The city hosted an international marathon with runners from over 30 countries
• ·Scientists identified a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest
• ·A major event center hosted an international conference this week
• ·A study showed that learning a second language can improve brain function in older adults
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake
• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program
• ·A bookstore hosted an author signing event that drew over 150 attendees
• ·A major bank announced low-interest loans for women and minority-owned small businesses
• ·A severe hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas
• ·The government announced a ban on single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year