A global tech giant said it will invest $2.9 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 49% by 2030

The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workersA research study found that regular exercise improves mental health

A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisineThe government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemicA new smartphone app helps users track their daily water intake

Local firefighters rescued several people from a burning buildingScientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight

A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year

The city installed more public charging stations for electric vehiclesSoccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs

Study reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percentIce cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit

Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to detect illegal substancesTheater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian

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• ·Schools added mental health days to the academic calendar for students and staff
• ·A hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance
• ·Study reveals that family camping trips increase children’s appreciation for nature
• ·Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children
• ·A tech startup raised $25 million to develop a new type of renewable energy technology
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·A city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·Researchers developed a vaccine to protect cattle from a disease that has been killing herds
• ·Engineers designed a new levee system to prevent flooding in a river basin
• ·A farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier
• ·A school district started a summer school program to help students catch up on learning
• ·A fashion brand started a recycling program where customers can return old clothes to be repurposed
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising and scams
• ·A local business association organized a networking event for small business owners and entrepreneurs
• ·Tech giant Apple unveiled a new laptop with a more powerful chip and longer battery life