Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehicles

Lifeguards teach CPR to beachgoers during summer monthsBloggers attend conference to learn about social media trends

Mathematicians develop new formula to solve complex equationsSoccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffsStudy reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percent

Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruitSheriff’s department uses K9 units to detect illegal substances

Theater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian

Research finds that playing piano improves memory in older adultsA fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure proper fit

A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teensA farm installed a new irrigation system that uses rainwater

A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest buildingA software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventory

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• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth teams
• ·A museum hosted a concert featuring traditional music from a different culture
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds
• ·The government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportation
• ·Scientists found an effective way to clean up oil spills in the ocean
• ·Theater shows classic movie with live commentary from film expert
• ·A major retail store announced plans to reduce its carbon footprint
• ·A community organized a fundraiser that collected $15,000 to repair a local park
• ·College students invented a device that turns kitchen waste into biogas for cooking
• ·A city started a composting program for residents to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone development
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults that meets once a month to discuss popular novels
• ·A fire department helped local businesses create fire evacuation plans
• ·A restaurant was awarded a best local cuisine prize by a regional food magazine
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce energy use during peak hours
• ·Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter with designs by local designers