A city banned smoking in outdoor dining areas of restaurants

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall risk

Car manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving featuresVolunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snapRadio station launches podcast about local history and folklore

Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefsSwimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relay

Study reveals that family camping trips increase children’s appreciation for nature

Florist creates custom flower arrangements for wedding seasonLocal schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester

A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $190 million with a new team

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• ·A coffee shop began selling breakfast sandwiches made with organic eggs and locally sourced bacon
• ·A photographer captured photos of a rare bird species in a nearby nature reserve that were featured in a wildlife magazine
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children
• ·A farmers market added 10 new vendors selling handmade crafts and artisanal foods
• ·City launches bike sharing program with 500 stations across downtown areas
• ·The city implemented a program to recycle electronic waste
• ·A fashion brand launched a campaign to promote body positivity
• ·Teachers receive training on new methods to support students with learning needs
• ·A grocery store added a zero-waste aisle with bulk grains nuts and spices in reusable containers
• ·Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 8000 affordable housing units over the next four years
• ·Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of diabetes
• ·A local restaurant won a James Beard Award for its innovative cuisine
• ·A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·A library’s graphic novel section became the most borrowed collection for teens
• ·Police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of robberies that have been occurring in the downtown area.