A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.

A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibitionA hotel started offering "early check-in" for guests who arrive before the standard check-in time

A musician recorded a song with a local choir that was played on a regional radio stationA construction company won a contract to build a new hospital wing for pediatric careA study found that eating nuts regularly can reduce the risk of heart disease

A small business owner started a podcast about small business ownership that gained 5,000 listenersA city launched a "recycling education program" to teach residents how to sort waste correctly

A scientist developed a new type of sunscreen that is better for coral reefs

A pet store started offering "pet birthday parties" for customers’ furry friendsSchool district provides free laptops to students from low income households

Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next yearResearch team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity

City officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festivalSports league introduces new safety rules for youth athletes to prevent injuries

(责任编辑：Health Bits)

• ·Doctors recommended that people get enough sleep for better overall health
• ·Teachers are learning to use virtual reality tools to make history lessons more engaging
• ·The school district changed the school start time to allow students more sleep
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 10 minutes
• ·Doctors recommended frequent handwashing to prevent the spread of diseases
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible hurricane in the coastal areas
• ·A major retail store announced plans to reduce its carbon footprint
• ·The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in rural areas
• ·A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windows
• ·Study reveals that nuts reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters in stormy waters
• ·Ambulance service offers free first aid training to schools
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened with modern amenities