A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn production

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·The school district announced that classes will start later to improve student attendance
• ·Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after a severe accident
• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly and longer-lasting
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses to upgrade to digital payment systems
• ·Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author
• ·A school hosted a music festival where students performed in bands and choirs
• ·Video game developer announces release date for highly anticipated sequel
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who grow crops for local food banks
• ·The central bank announced it would inject $6 billion into the economy to support small businesses
• ·Music festival announces headliners including Grammy award winning artists
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·A wildlife conservation group released 30 endangered tortoises into a protected natural habitat
• ·Plant store offers tips for caring for succulents and cacti
• ·Scientists cloned a rare species of coral to help restore damaged coral reefs
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·A bakery introduced a low-sugar cookie that was popular with health-conscious customers