A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs
• ·A large energy company invested $3.1 billion in solar panel projects across the southwest
• ·Camping store sells lightweight gear for backpackers
• ·Study finds that eating dark chocolate daily improves blood flow in middle aged adults
• ·A new law passed increasing the minimum wage by 10% to improve low-income workers’ living standards
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health
• ·The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·Scientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Alzheimer’s disease using new drug compounds
• ·A popular food festival returned after a two-year hiatus drawing over 50000 visitors on its first day
• ·Volunteer group distributes food and supplies to families affected by wildfires
• ·A city held a fashion show featuring designs from local designers showcasing traditional textiles
• ·Fire department installs smoke detectors in elderly residents’ homes
• ·The United Nations released a report showing a 10% increase in global renewable energy adoption
• ·A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a book
• ·A bookstore offered 20% off all books during a holiday sale, attracting record numbers of customers