A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local food bank

The local theater company announced it will perform a modern adaptation of a Shakespeare playA severe heatwave forced schools to close early and outdoor events to be canceled

Scientists identified a new gene that may be linked to increased resistance to certain virusesThe city council voted to add more public restrooms in downtown parks and plazasA famous clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its profits to environmental causes

Researchers found that hiking in mountainous areas improves cardiovascular healthLocal hospitals started offering free health screenings for people at risk of diabetes

The national space agency shared new data about the surface of Mars collected by a rover

A popular fast-food chain added a new line of healthy salads and wraps to its menuA university offered online courses in business and marketing for working professionals

A bookstore hosted a book signing with a best selling author of mystery novelsA city council discussed plans to add more public transit routes to suburban areas

A clothing brand started using natural dyes made from plants to color its fabricsA hospital started a mental health clinic for veterans with PTSD and other conditions

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• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students and workers who need transportation after dark
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping during a special sale
• ·A city council approved funding to repair and repave potholed roads in residential areas
• ·A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean water
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 400 bags of trash from local streets
• ·Scientists used new technology to clone a rare animal to protect the species
• ·A local farm began selling fresh produce directly to consumers through a community-supported agriculture program
• ·A team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings in a remote mountain area
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters caught in storm off northern coast
• ·A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a week
• ·Cycling event draws 2,000 participants for charity ride across state
• ·A university offered online courses in business and marketing for working professionals
• ·A musician released a charity single with all proceeds going to disaster relief efforts
• ·A charity started a program to help elderly people with home repairs
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect forest habitats from deforestation