Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 5 tons of waste

Lifestyle magazine includes tips for saving money on utility billsScientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil health

Track and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meetStudy reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements

Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residentsBook publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservation

Research finds that outdoor play improves vision in young children

Car dealership offers low interest financing for new electric vehiclesA city installed more streetlights in parks to make them safer for evening visitors

An airline announced it would add more movies, TV shows, and games to its in-flight entertainmentScientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants grow better in poor soil conditions

The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recyclingA museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement

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• ·Study finds that listening to nature sounds improves focus during work tasks
• ·A study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%
• ·A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs
• ·A school district updated its curriculum to include more lessons on climate change
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teen patrons
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 43% since the start of the decade
• ·A city launched a bike safety program for kids with free helmets and lessons
• ·A new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is better for the environment and crops
• ·Health officials urged people to get tested for a seasonal virus as cases start to rise
• ·Camera store offers photography workshops for beginners
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to use public transport instead of cars
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans to support the community
• ·A bakery began selling its products at a local farmers market which doubled its weekly revenue