Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

A celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skillsResearchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 peopleA study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjects

The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windowsA bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers

Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter

The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by floodingA local business owner won an award for entrepreneurship recognized for their innovative sustainable business approach

A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stallsA study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers

The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemicA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

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• ·A hurricane brought 105 mph winds to coastal areas damaging harbors and marinas
• ·Research indicates that early reading programs improve literacy rates in preschoolers
• ·Local police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign
• ·A study found that reading before bed can help people fall asleep faster
• ·A scientist developed a new type of vaccine that provides long-lasting protection against a common virus
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A farm started using compost to fertilize its fields instead of chemical fertilizers
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at local markets, using excess fruit to reduce waste
• ·A bakery started using alternative flours like almond and oat to cater to customers with gluten allergies
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in number theory
• ·Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis
• ·The local government introduced incentives for businesses to go green
• ·A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and free ATM access
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self-driving technology for future vehicles.