A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on regional barbecue

A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of four or moreA fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure proper fit

A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teensA farm installed a new irrigation system that uses rainwaterA fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building

A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventoryA community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s history

A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with easy-to-follow recipes

A photographer collaborated with a local business to create promotional photosA smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals

A farmers market added a section for local honey and bee productsA hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from injuries

A national park started a guided tour program led by park rangersA fashion brand launched a new line of activewear for women

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• ·The city council approved plans to renovate an old historic building downtown
• ·A golfer won a major tournament with a hole-in-one on the final hole
• ·A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family income
• ·Public libraries extended their opening hours to meet community demand
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniors
• ·Study reveals that early childhood education has long term benefits
• ·A city installed more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety at night
• ·A library added a collection of books about mental health to support community members struggling with mental illness
• ·A tech company launched a new tablet with a foldable screen and 18-hour battery life
• ·A startup launched a new device to monitor air quality in homes
• ·A city launched a recycling reward program where residents earn points for recycling that can be redeemed for local discounts
• ·The stock market closed higher after a week of steady growth
• ·The national basketball team qualified for the international tournament
• ·A major sports league changed its rules to reduce the number of concussions among players
• ·A clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse