The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year

Cycling event draws over 1000 participants for 50 mile ride to support charityStudy shows that adding turmeric to meals has anti inflammatory benefits

Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metalLibrary hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parentsSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats

Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this yearResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities

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• ·A museum hosted a pottery workshop for adults
• ·Veterinarians report rise in cases of pet obesity in urban areas
• ·A community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, and food from India
• ·A community garden hosted a tomato growing contest with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits
• ·A taxi company updated its fleet with 20 new hybrid vehicles to reduce carbon emissions
• ·A local café offered a discount to customers who brought their own reusable cups
• ·Swimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relay
• ·The city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes
• ·A local café introduced a new menu item inspired by international cuisine
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·Magazine features profile of chef who uses local, seasonal ingredients
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·The local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history
• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students