A best-selling author announced a book tour across major cities next fall

A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies made from its own fruit at local marketsA fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours

A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for studentsA community organized a charity run that raised $15000 for a local children’s hospitalA grocery store started labeling products with their origin to help customers support local farmers

A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s food sceneA hotel offered "staycation packages" with discounts for residents of the surrounding area

A musician released a new single that was played on 20 regional radio stations

A construction company used 3D printing technology to build a small affordable home in two weeksResearchers found that walking in forests reduces levels of harmful chemicals in the blood

The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday seasonA luxury hotel chain announced it will renovate all its rooms to be more energy-efficient

Doctors recommended limiting sugary drinks to one per day to prevent tooth decay and obesityThe local zoo started offering night tours to see animals that are active after dark

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• ·Florist delivers flowers to hospital patients for free
• ·Researchers discovered a link between regular yoga practice and improved flexibility in people with joint issues
• ·A study showed that students who study in groups retain information better than those who study alone
• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free and vegan versions of its popular cinnamon rolls
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·A community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·A drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of marine life living in the deep sea trenches
• ·A research team found that a certain type of tea may help lower cholesterol levels
• ·A farmers market accepted mobile payments
• ·Doctors developed a new Alzheimer’s treatment that slows the disease’s progression
• ·Research indicates that 8 hours of sleep improves memory retention
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·Schools launched a new program to teach students about sustainable living practices