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 new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 40% since the start of the decade.
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at local markets, using excess fruit to reduce waste
• ·A government program helped renters find affordable housing
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month
• ·Study reveals that family vacations strengthen parent child relationships
• ·Dance troupe performs original choreography inspired by climate change activism
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global plastic waste
• ·Library provides free access to online academic journals for students
• ·A city launched a bike safety program for kids, giving away free helmets and lessons
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·A small business owner started selling their products at a national trade show to reach a wider audience
• ·A hotel chain announced it will stop using single-use toiletries to reduce plastic waste
• ·A study found that volunteering can improve overall happiness and well-being
• ·A city added more traffic lights
• ·Researchers found a potential link between daily walking and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precaution