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 A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region 
Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticidesGymnastics team wins first place at regional competition 
  
Study finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptomsCoffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central AmericaMiddle school organizes field trip to science museum for students 
  
Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion schoolResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels 
  
Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets 
City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsA grocery store started offering online recipe suggestions based on the items customers have in their cart 
A school district updated its technology policy to allow students to use their own devices in classA photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years 
A hotel added a spa and wellness center with massage services and yoga classes for guestsA musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital  |