Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major cities

The police department launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted drivingA social media platform added a feature to let users schedule posts across multiple accounts

An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energyA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential usersA study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skills

The government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parentsA museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy mask

A local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5The city’s public transport system added wheelchair-accessible buses to all routes

A major airline announced new direct flights to popular international citiesA local artist painted a large mural on a downtown building to promote unity

The stock market experienced a minor dip after news of trade policy changesA charity raised funds to build a new school in a war-torn country

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• ·The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in rural areas
• ·Scientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants grow better in poor soil conditions
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown
• ·The country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant species with potential medicinal properties
• ·Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought
• ·The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessible
• ·A soccer team signed a young talent from a local academy to a professional contract
• ·A drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens
• ·A sports stadium is being renovated to host next year’s championship
• ·A school started a music program that provides free instrument lessons to students from low-income families
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·A famous actress announced she will produce a documentary about women’s rights
• ·A restaurant added a kids eat free night on Mondays to attract family customers
• ·A local bakery started selling vegan donuts made with coconut milk and organic flour
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of frog in the rainforests of Costa Rica