A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hoursA study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs

A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collectionA local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers market

Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines to accommodate late shoppersA major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

The national economy grew by 3.5% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectationsA local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases

Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 60% more efficient than current modelsA famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 25-year career citing health issues

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• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones
• ·A major airline announced a renewable energy partnership to power flights with biofuel
• ·The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $2.00 next year
• ·The city council approved a $110 million project to repair aging sewage systems
• ·Local schools organized a sports day for students and parents
• ·City officials approved a $390 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parents
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·The stock market rebounded after a day of volatility caused by economic news
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop losses
• ·Researchers found that spending time in green spaces improves mental health
• ·Local restaurants started offering meal kits for customers to cook their favorite dishes at home
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original content
• ·A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and cocktails