The school district decided to start classes 30 minutes later to help students get more sleep

A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly book swap events for community membersScientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening coral reefs and marine life

A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victoryA study showed that eating nuts daily can improve heart health and reduce cholesterolThe transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety

A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled plastic bottles collected from oceansA hospital opened a new neonatal intensive care unit with state-of-the-art medical equipment

Researchers discovered a new species of frog in the rainforests of Costa Rica

The government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutionsThe government announced a new $300 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent economic changes

Scientists at a top research lab discovered a way to make solar panels 20% more efficient using recycled materialsA major tech firm unveiled a new smart home device that connects all household appliances into one system

Heavy snowfall in the northern states closed highways and canceled over 200 flightsInternational aid groups sent medical supplies and food to a region hit by a severe earthquake

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• ·Astronomers share new images of Mars taken by rover
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·Local businesses hosted a street fair with live music and food vendors to attract customers
• ·Art gallery showcases works by emerging local artists
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic trade agreement after two years of diplomatic negotiations
• ·A new study revealed that exercising for 30 minutes a day increases energy levels by 25%
• ·Researchers found that listening to audiobooks can improve reading comprehension
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new equipment
• ·A tech company donated money to support coding programs in middle schools
• ·Firefighters contained a large-scale wildfire in the western region after seven days of intensive efforts
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energy
• ·The stock market reached a new all-time high on Thursday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies
• ·Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debris
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original TV shows and movies
• ·A bakery introduced a low-sugar cookie that was popular with health-conscious customers