The university announced a new scholarship program for students majoring in science

College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar powerA bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and free ATM access

Medical researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against the fluThe transit system announced plans to replace old trains with newer more efficient modelsA famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events

A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skillsThe government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm

A flood in a small town damaged over 100 homes and forced residents to seek shelter

A startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intake and stay hydratedStudy finds that peppermint essential oil improves focus and concentration

Coffee shop roasts coffee beans in small batches for freshnessElementary school takes students on field trip to local zoo for science class

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter with designs by local designersResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones

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• ·A city hosted a food festival that featured dishes from 40 different cultures drawing 15,000 attendees
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce carbon emissions
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy snow in northern areas
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public schools with new technology
• ·A retail store announced it would extend its opening hours to 10 PM during the holiday shopping season
• ·A hockey team announced a new coach to replace the outgoing coach who led the team for 10 years
• ·A small business owner expanded their store to include a larger selection of products
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works efficiently even on cloudy days
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to promote water conservation
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and free weights
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging roads in rural areas
• ·Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of wheat this year, thanks to favorable weather conditions throughout the growing season.