The stock market experienced a slight rise at the start of the week

Postal service delivers holiday packages ahead of schedule this yearMovie theater shows family friendly classic films during summer break

Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental healthHardware store offers DIY home repair workshops for beginnersCoast guard rescues stranded hikers from coastal trail during storm

Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garageBiologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides

Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition

Study finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptomsA community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh herbs to a local soup kitchen to support their meal programs

A coffee shop partnered with a local bookstore to host monthly author readings and coffee tastingsA university research team found that certain plant extracts can help reduce inflammation in chronic illnesses

A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companionsA fashion store launched a "swap and save" program where customers can trade old clothes for discounts on new items