A popular music award show revealed its list of nominees including several independent artists

A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menuScientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teensLocal artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood

The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardensA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks

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• ·Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parents
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezes
• ·A new study revealed that people who live alone have higher rates of high blood pressure
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·A university opened a new career center to help students find internships
• ·A sports equipment store began selling used gear at discounted prices to make sports more accessible
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to make learning more engaging for visitors
• ·International aid organizations sent 8000 medical kits to a country struggling with a public health crisis
• ·Survey reveals that most travelers prefer road trips over air travel this year
• ·A hospital opened a new urgent care clinic to reduce wait times in the emergency room
• ·Gardening store offers discount on seeds and tools for spring planting season
• ·Weather service issues tornado watch for midwestern states through Friday evening
• ·Local schools started using compost bins to teach students about waste reduction
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·A construction project to widen a major highway began, with expected completion in two years