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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• ·Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity
• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer for the environment
• ·A government agency updated its website to include more resources for small business owners
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 59% more efficient than current models
• ·Biologists develop new pesticide that targets pests without harming bees
• ·An environmental group reported endangered sea turtle numbers increased by 25% over the past decade
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration with a local chef, showcasing recipes using market ingredients
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss of up to 5% per year in adults over 50
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that connects two neighborhoods and reduces travel time
• ·Retailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times
• ·A study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studying
• ·A popular social media platform introduced new features to enhance user privacy
• ·A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from around the world
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current models