A drought in the southwest led to the restriction of outdoor water use for businesses

A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centersWeather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersResearchers discovered that drinking green tea regularly may lower the risk of certain cancersThe city’s public transport system announced it will add more night buses on weekends

A major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelersA local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rights

The stock market experienced a small dip after news of a potential trade dispute

A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean waterPet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms

Astronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state competition

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• ·Photography exhibit featuring images of endangered species opens at science center
• ·A software company offered free training workshops for small business owners
• ·A musician toured small towns, performing at local venues to support independent music
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average temperatures for the upcoming summer raising concerns about heatwaves
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test water purity using a portable device
• ·A flood destroyed several roads and bridges in a rural area
• ·The city implemented a new traffic management system to reduce congestion downtown
• ·A city added more parking spaces downtown to accommodate more visitors
• ·Hardware store expands inventory to include more sustainable building materials
• ·A city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution
• ·Mathematicians solve long standing problem in geometry using new algorithm
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands
• ·The government increased funding for mental health services in rural areas with limited providers
• ·Television network announces new series from popular writer
• ·The national soccer team won the continental championship by defeating the defending titleholders 3-1