A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area

Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per yearA city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators

A tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 12 peopleA study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

A bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readersScientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter

The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding

A fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothingA musician’s new single became the number one song on global music charts

A city council approved the construction of 300 new affordable housing unitsScientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 10 minutes

A retailer announced it would offer 20% off all products during its annual saleA severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community

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• ·The country’s GDP grew by 2.8% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions
• ·A clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its sales to environmental conservation groups
• ·Researchers published a study showing that regular exercise can lower the risk of heart disease by up to 30%.
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coastal areas
• ·A community center hosted a craft fair that featured works from 50 local artisans
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average in most regions
• ·A discount store announced it will expand its organic food section in all locations
• ·Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping on all orders over $75
• ·Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about seatbelt use
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A soccer team signed a young talent from a local academy to a professional contract
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·A fashion store started offering online styling consultations for customers who prefer shopping from home