A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students

A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel guideA hotel started offering "eco-stays" with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals

A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music chartsA grocery store added a bulk food section where customers can bring their own containersA fire department hosted a CPR training workshop that certified 70 community members

A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses manage social media postsA community garden donated 250 pounds of zucchini to a local food bank this summer

A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans, supporting 10+ creators

A library added a collection of audiobooks for seniors who have trouble reading printA local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free

The government announced plans to repair aging roads and bridges in rural areasA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less activeA team of historians published new findings about a famous historical figure

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• ·The prime minister attended a summit on global energy security in Europe
• ·A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close early
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for early bookings
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and injuries
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities
• ·Cycling event draws over 1000 participants for 50 mile ride to support charity
• ·A yoga studio opened a second location after its first studio sold out classes for six months straight
• ·A tech company released a new laptop with a longer battery life
• ·Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 92%
• ·Archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from stone in a cave system
• ·Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills
• ·Local residents protested against the construction of a new factory