A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers through its website

Skateboard competition awards $10,000 prize to professional riderResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativity

Juice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juicesAnimal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption feesNewspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area

Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby starRunning club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospital

Study finds that learning a second language improves memory in kids

Candle company releases fall collection with scents like pumpkin spice and cedarGovernment invests $30 million in affordable childcare programs statewide

Book publisher releases biography of iconic civil rights leaderAutomotive company recalls 75,000 sedans due to faulty airbag sensors

Study indicates that learning a musical instrument boosts memory in older adultsFire department conducts free smoke detector installation in low-income neighborhoods

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• ·The government issued a statement condemning the recent cyberattack on critical national infrastructure
• ·A charity raised money to support animal shelters across the country
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates
• ·Plant nursery offers wide selection of native plants for home gardens
• ·A study showed that spending time with friends can reduce stress levels
• ·Research indicates that regular stretching reduces muscle soreness
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 1.5 percent in the last quarter driven by service industries
• ·A pet store started offering pet adoption events in partnership with a local rescue organization
• ·A renowned author signed copies of their latest book at a downtown bookstore
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public transportation hub downtown
• ·A clothing brand announced it will stop using leather in all its products immediately
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing program with more stations
• ·The community center hosted a job fair for people with disabilities
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 28% over the past two years
• ·Football league expands playoff format to include 12 teams next season