Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students

A hotel chain announced it will stop using single-use toiletries to reduce plastic wasteThe country’s GDP grew by 2.1% in the first quarter driven by tech and manufacturing sectors

A historical society opened an exhibit featuring vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960sResearchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagersA music festival announced it will offer free tickets to volunteers who help with cleanup

The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects in downtown areasA car manufacturer revealed a new electric SUV with a range of 400 miles per charge

Local police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidents

Scientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plantsA research team studied the impact of climate change on local plant species

A bookstore started a program to read to children at local daycaresA farm began selling fresh flowers at the local farmers market

A museum hosted a special exhibition on space explorationA gym offered online fitness classes for people who can’t attend in person

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• ·Doctors developed a new vaccine to protect children in developing countries from a deadly disease
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usual
• ·Sheriff’s office increases patrols in residential areas during holiday season
• ·A popular author announced they will release a collection of short stories next winter
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new high school in the growing southern neighborhood
• ·A restaurant added a kids eat free night on Mondays to attract family customers
• ·A school district decided to add financial literacy classes to the high school curriculum
• ·Researchers found that using natural cleaning products can reduce indoor air pollution and improve health
• ·A coffee shop began offering free refills to customers who bring their own reusable mugs
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·Researchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop
• ·A new study showed that regular participation in team sports improves social skills in children
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to support local homeless shelter
• ·A startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intake and stay hydrated