A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students

A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel guideA hotel started offering "eco-stays" with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals

A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music chartsA grocery store added a bulk food section where customers can bring their own containersA fire department hosted a CPR training workshop that certified 70 community members

A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses manage social media postsA community garden donated 250 pounds of zucchini to a local food bank this summer

A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans, supporting 10+ creators

A library added a collection of audiobooks for seniors who have trouble reading printA local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free

The government announced plans to repair aging roads and bridges in rural areasA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less activeA team of historians published new findings about a famous historical figure

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• ·A local theater company performed a musical in a public park for free
• ·A school started a music festival for students to showcase their talents
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to create a line of casual wear
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets
• ·Scientists found evidence that global warming is affecting the migration of birds
• ·Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildings
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular app
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel, set to begin filming next month.
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends
• ·Local businesses reported increased sales during the recent holiday shopping season
• ·An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer discounted travel packages for tourists
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by nearby boaters
• ·The government started a program to help small businesses create online stores
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of apples this year due to favorable weather conditions
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·Gardening store offers discount on seeds and tools for spring planting season