Farmers in the region reported a 20% increase in crop yields after using a new organic fertilizer

A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or moreA fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit perfectly

A library’s graphic novel section became the most borrowed collection for teensA farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needsA fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building

A software company released an inventory-tracking tool for small retailersA community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s indigenous history

A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with step-by-step recipes

A photographer created promotional photos for a local boutiqueHighway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

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• ·A major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres
• ·A cyclist won the national championship after a 200-mile race through mountainous terrain
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers
• ·A farm began selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer months
• ·Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviews
• ·Biologists develop new pesticide that targets pests without harming bees
• ·A new study found that reading for 30 minutes each day can reduce stress levels by 68%, according to research from a psychology institute.
• ·Scientists identified a gene that affects how the body metabolizes sugar and fat
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies made from its own fruit at local markets
• ·Hospital launches program to provide free health screenings for homeless populations
• ·A software company hired 50 new employees to support the growth of its business
• ·A taxi company updated its app to let customers split fares and tip drivers digitally
• ·A new study showed that drinking black tea regularly can lower cholesterol levels
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $2.00 next year
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for arthritis to reduce pain
• ·A city installed more streetlights in parks to make them safer for evening visitors