Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adults

A farm started using compost to fertilize its fields instead of chemical fertilizersA fire department responded to a kitchen fire that was put out before it spread to other rooms

A software company released a new game app that was downloaded 100,000 times in its first weekA community organized a "neighborhood potluck" that featured dishes from 25 different culturesA grocery store started selling "plant-based milk alternatives" like oat and almond milk

A school started a "environmental club" that planted trees on school groundsA photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibition

A 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 study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent stormA 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 hydratedLocal restaurants partnered with food delivery services to offer contactless delivery options

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• ·Survey reveals that most travelers prefer road trips over air travel this year
• ·A tech company donated money to support STEM education in schools
• ·Researchers found that yoga can improve flexibility and reduce joint pain in arthritis patients
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50
• ·The government passed a law to protect wildlife habitats from commercial development
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·A tech company collaborated with a university to research artificial intelligence
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway station in the downtown area
• ·Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous year
• ·Power company offers free energy audits to residential customers
• ·A photographer documented a local community’s efforts to rebuild after a natural disaster for a national magazine
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of apples this year due to favorable weather conditions
• ·A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.
• ·Marine biologists work to restore damaged coral reefs
• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by global events
• ·A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on renewable energy and space exploration