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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• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects around the city
• ·The government announced a new plan to reduce student loan debt for recent graduates
• ·A fashion store donated unsold clothing to a nonprofit that helps homeless individuals find jobs
• ·Fashion show raises money for charity with designs from local designers
• ·A study found that seniors who own pets have lower rates of depression and loneliness
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in California and Oregon
• ·A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitors
• ·Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service
• ·Local government plants 1000 trees to improve air quality in urban neighborhoods
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant on a 5.5-year-old child giving them a new chance at life
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently
• ·The government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of berries daily can improve brain function in older adults
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to create and share photo albums
• ·A museum hosted a concert featuring traditional music from a different culture
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries, including muffins and scones, for health-conscious customers