A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills fasterThe government invested $300 million in building new solar energy farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at homeA community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areasA study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain

The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groupsA new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel

A severe thunderstorm hit the city damaging trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

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• ·Radio station launches new program focused on local business stories
• ·A major bookstore announced it will host monthly book clubs for different age groups
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect old-growth forests from logging
• ·A new report showed that the number of college graduates entering the tech industry has increased by 18% in the past year
• ·A local bookstore hosted an author event with a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer
• ·Dance company performs original show about cultural heritage at national theater
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health, reducing pesticide use by 20%
• ·A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·A bakery won a gold medal at an international baking competition for its sourdough bread
• ·A hotel chain announced it will install electric vehicle charging stations at all locations
• ·Scientists developed a new battery technology that doubles the lifespan of electric vehicles
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden cutting boards
• ·Study shows that adding garlic to meals lowers blood pressure in adults