A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website

A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivityThe city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks

Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medicationsThe government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitalsA popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday season

Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adultsThe police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush

A luxury hotel chain announced it will offer free breakfast to all guests starting next month

Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of processed meats to reduce cancer riskThe city held a cultural festival featuring traditional dances, music, and food from various countries

A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorderThe government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year

A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income studentsResearchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates

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• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·A pet rescue organization started a senior pet adoption campaign to find homes for older dogs and cats
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park
• ·Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next year
• ·A new movie starring a Hollywood A-lister broke box office records on its opening weekend
• ·The government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutions
• ·A charity collected toys for hospital kids
• ·A city council approved a new park
• ·The United Nations released a report urging countries to increase funding for global education programs
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible tornado in the central states this weekend
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A farm hosted a harvest festival that included hayrides and pumpkin picking for families
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote environmental protection
• ·A hotel started offering work from hotel packages with dedicated desks and high-speed internet
• ·Local police seized over $1.5 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected trafficking ring