A tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 12 people

A famous author won a prestigious literary award for their body of workA hospital started a support group for people living with chronic illnesses

A retail store announced it would stay open late during the holiday shopping seasonA heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of homes in the suburbsA study found that watching documentaries can increase knowledge about global issues

The government announced plans to upgrade public schools with new technologyA museum acquired a valuable painting by a 20th-century artist

A local farm started a community-supported agriculture program where people can buy shares of the harvest

Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in low-light conditionsLocal police launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving

A study found that remote work has reduced traffic congestion in major cities by 25%The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in rural areas

A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two yearsRetailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times

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• ·A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attraction
• ·A soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·A smartphone company announced a partnership with a wireless carrier to offer discounted data plans
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·Study finds that listening to classical music improves focus while studying
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for asthma that is more effective for children
• ·The government launched a program to encourage renewable energy use
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 30% in five years
• ·Archaeologists discovered a ancient burial site with artifacts from a prehistoric civilization
• ·A tech company released a software update with new features for its users
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children
• ·Local police launched a campaign to prevent distracted driving
• ·A study found that regular dancing can improve balance and reduce fall risks in seniors
• ·Research finds that drinking warm milk before bed improves sleep quality
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy rain and possible flooding