A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert cave

A major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European citiesHealth officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usualA famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hours

The military sent helicopters to rescue stranded hikers after a sudden snowstorm in the mountains

A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12A grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinners

A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human bodyThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

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• ·Local restaurants started offering outdoor dining options to accommodate more customers
• ·A national park closed a lake to stock fish
• ·A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds
• ·Track and field athletes win medals at regional championship
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·The government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year
• ·Bakery makes low carb bread for customers on special diets
• ·A national forest announced it will hire 20 new firefighters for the upcoming wildfire season
• ·A popular film festival revealed its lineup including 20 world premieres from independent directors
• ·A research team discovered a new species of marine life in the ocean
• ·A pet rescue organization held an adoption event that found homes for 55 cats and dogs
• ·A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans
• ·A severe hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas
• ·A fitness app added a feature that tracks users’ workout progress
• ·A local newspaper won an award for its coverage of a major local infrastructure project
• ·A hotel added a rooftop bar with city skyline views, becoming a popular spot for locals