The government invested $2 billion in solar energy projects across the western states

A community center hosted a craft fair that featured works from 50 local artisansA tech company released a new version of its software that fixes bugs and improves performance

A local farm began selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market using excess fruitA school district announced plans to build a new high school to accommodate growing enrollmentA photographer captured photos of a local parade that were used on the city’s official website

A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ furry companionsA musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award

A grocery store added a self-checkout section to reduce wait times for customers

A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake to practice emergency responsesA heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close early

The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on black hole researchA local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families

A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 35000 employees nationwideResearchers found that drinking herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality in older adults

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• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on body image in teenage girls
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts
• ·A new study revealed that getting enough natural light during the day improves mood
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport terminal to handle more passengers
• ·Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better health
• ·Researchers created a device that turns saltwater into clean drinking water using solar power
• ·Study shows that family dinners improve communication between parents and teens
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·Automotive company reveals plans to build electric vehicle charging stations across the country
• ·Research finds that outdoor play reduces screen time for kids
• ·A new hotel opened near the airport to accommodate business travelers
• ·A best-selling author announced a book tour across major cities next fall
• ·Scientists identified a gene that affects how the body metabolizes sugar and fat
• ·A grocery store began offering online ordering and same-day delivery to meet customer demand
• ·The transit system announced plans to add Wi-Fi to all buses and trains by next summer
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a small town to boost local tourism