A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys

Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe stormResearchers studied the effects of sleep duration on academic performance in college students

A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film FestivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year

A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homesThe government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast

(责任编辑：永州市)

• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·The government launched a program to preserve historical sites
• ·A new study revealed that regular exercise can help improve bone density in older adults
• ·A popular coffee chain launched a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin and cinnamon
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses damaged by a tornado
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that plays a key role in the body’s immune response
• ·Park rangers offer night hikes to observe nocturnal wildlife
• ·A small business owner started a loyalty program where customers earn points for referrals
• ·A city installed more traffic lights at busy intersections to reduce accidents
• ·A museum displayed ancient Egyptian artifacts that had been on loan from a foreign museum
• ·A credit union announced it will offer student loans with no application fees or prepayment penalties
• ·Researchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers
• ·Study shows that eating nuts daily lowers risk of heart disease in middle aged adults
• ·Study finds that listening to jazz music reduces stress during work deadlines
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levels