Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress

Study finds that remote work improves work-life balance for 70% of employeesFirefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populationsBookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author

Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snap

Radio station launches podcast about local history and folkloreA hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

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• ·A shortage of healthcare workers in rural areas led to longer wait times for medical appointments
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs
• ·A clothing store donated unsold items to a charity that helps homeless people
• ·A toy company released a new line of building sets designed to teach kids about engineering
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night featuring 5 local comedians, selling out the venue
• ·A museum offered free admission to all visitors on weekends during the summer
• ·A new smartphone model with advanced camera features was released
• ·The school district launched a program to help students with learning disabilities reach their potential
• ·Engineers develop new method to purify water in areas with limited resources
• ·A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app
• ·A new study revealed that exposure to natural light during the day improves sleep at night
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting digital payments to make transactions easier for customers
• ·Local schools will extend their after school programs to support working parents
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areas