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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• ·A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips
• ·Doctors used 3D printing to create a custom prosthetic for a patient with a limb defect
• ·A farm started a beekeeping program to help pollinate its crops and produce honey
• ·A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors
• ·A tech company donated computers to a community center for public use
• ·Tech company releases smart home device that monitors and adjusts indoor air quality
• ·A small bakery started selling gluten-free croissants that were featured in a local food blog
• ·A local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat
• ·A study revealed that dog owners have lower stress levels than non-dog owners
• ·Scientists developed an organic fertilizer that improves soil quality without harmful chemicals
• ·Florist creates custom flower arrangements for wedding season
• ·A basketball player was named the most valuable player (MVP) of the season after averaging 30 points per game
• ·A community garden hosted a harvest festival with live music and a potluck of garden-grown food
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area.
• ·A musician went on a tour of small towns to support local music venues
• ·The mayor announced a plan to plant 10000 trees in the city over the next three years