A school district hired a new art teacher to expand the visual arts program

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearEngineers created a new type of solar panel that is 40% more efficient than current models

The government released a report showing a 15% reduction in air pollution in major citiesA grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinnersA study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human body

The military announced it will host a public open house at its base next monthA blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highways

A software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityWeather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersResearchers discovered that drinking green tea regularly may lower the risk of certain cancers

The city’s public transport system announced it will add more night buses on weekendsA major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

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• ·Researchers found that drinking plenty of water throughout the day can improve focus and productivity
• ·A famous actress announced she would produce and star in a new film about environmental conservation
• ·A famous actress announced she will direct her first documentary next year
• ·Scientists developed a new way to grow crops in areas with limited water
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of blueberries may lower the risk of heart disease by 22%
• ·A airline reduced its carbon footprint by using biofuel for some of its flights
• ·A school started a environmental club that planted trees on school grounds
• ·Car dealership offers test drives of new electric vehicles
• ·A farm switched to organic farming methods
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·A school district hired a new nutritionist to develop healthier meal options for school cafeterias
• ·A study found regular meditation lowers blood pressure by 5 mmHg on average in hypertensive adults
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in Europe
• ·A coffee shop started using compostable cups for all its drinks
• ·A new coffee shop opened downtown offering specialty drinks made with locally sourced beans
• ·A local farmers’ market started selling artisanal cheeses made from local milk