Local restaurants started offering catering services for small events to support their businesses

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hoursThe military sent helicopters to rescue stranded hikers after a sudden snowstorm in the mountains

A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12A startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produceA heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days

Researchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washingThe government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destruction

A restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

Volunteers cleaned up over 2000 pounds of trash from a popular beach over a weekend cleanup eventCar companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles

A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for residentsThe Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying genetic editing

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skillsA discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country

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• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores
• ·City hosts parade to celebrate local heritage and culture
• ·A local bakery expanded its business to three new locations after seeing a 30% increase in sales last year
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect forest habitats from deforestation
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50
• ·Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areas
• ·Research indicates that 7-8 hours of sleep improves decision-making skills
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar cookies for health-conscious customers
• ·The national economy grew by 3.2% last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·Astronomers detected a new planet that may have conditions suitable for life
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students
• ·Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis
• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community use
• ·A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A hotel chain offered discounts to travelers who book stays during off-peak seasons