Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3s can improve brain health
• ·Scientists have discovered a new type of bacteria that can break down plastic waste in record time
• ·A bank announced it will forgive up to $15000 in student loans for graduates in healthcare fields
• ·A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips
• ·A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet owners
• ·A library added new digital tools for students to access research databases
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average
• ·Scientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted top players from 30 different countries
• ·The government announced a grant program to help small farmers adopt organic farming methods
• ·Scientists developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than current models
• ·Researchers found that learning a second language improves cognitive function in children
• ·A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu
• ·A strong hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·A musician toured small towns, performing at local venues to support independent music