A new survey found that 71% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs

A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events and activitiesA community garden hosted a "tomato growing contest" with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits

A bakery introduced a line of vegan donuts that became a top sellerA coffee shop started offering "bring your own mug" discounts to reduce disposable wasteA university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time

A taxi company started offering "late-night safe rides" for students and workersA fashion store started selling vintage clothing alongside new items

A library added a collection of books in multiple languages to support immigrant families

A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce pesticide useA pet store started offering "exotic pet supplies" for reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a vegan menu with 15 new dishesA school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program

A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through gamesA community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen

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• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·The national choir performed a concert at a famous venue
• ·A historical society restored an 18th-century mansion to serve as a local museum
• ·A severe storm caused power outages in several neighborhoods across the state
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• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for the third consecutive year
• ·A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rink
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest area
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable clothing line
• ·A famous actress announced she will direct her first feature film next year
• ·The government built new schools in growing neighborhoods to reduce overcrowding
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate malaria in five remaining countries
• ·Local businesses hosted a craft fair where artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food items to reduce food waste
• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%