Firefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest

A city installed new benches and water fountains in public parks to improve visitor comfortA scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

A pet groomer added a teeth-cleaning service for dogs that became popular among local pet ownersA high school football coach was named "Coach of the Year" after leading the team to an undefeated seasonA tech company launched a new video editing tool that allows users to create professional videos with minimal experience

A community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh herbs to a local soup kitchen to support their meal programsA coffee shop partnered with a local bookstore to host monthly author readings and coffee tastings

A university research team found that certain plant extracts can help reduce inflammation in chronic illnesses

A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companionsExperts warned that prolonged drought could lead to water shortages in several western states

A new study showed that regular participation in team sports improves social skills in childrenThe airport announced it will build a new terminal to handle the growing number of international flights

Volunteers organized a community food drive to help families in need during the holiday seasonA popular music festival revealed its lineup will include both legendary artists and rising stars

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• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·A school district hired more teachers
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support life
• ·Archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from bone in a cave system
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy sources now account for 30% of the country’s total energy production.
• ·Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobs
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·A study found that reading to young children improves their language development
• ·Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe storm
• ·Local restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season
• ·Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a ancient tomb containing artifacts from a little-known civilization
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 47% in adults
• ·A tech company released a language-learning app