A school district announced plans to build a new high school to accommodate growing enrollment

Local schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 86% the previous yearEngineers created a new type of solar panel that is 42% more efficient than current models

The government released a report showing a 18% 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 2.3 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 insecurityResearchers published a study showing that eating breakfast helps children focus in school

A major retailer announced plans to open 25 new stores in rural communitiesThe national tennis tournament attracted top players from 30 different countries

A local theater company performed a musical in a public park for freeThe government announced plans to repair aging bridges in urban and rural areas

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• ·A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-books
• ·A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·A government program provided $50,000 grants to 20 small businesses affected by recent natural disasters
• ·The local zoo welcomed a new baby animal born as part of a conservation program
• ·A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teens
• ·A small business owner started selling their products in a national retail chain
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·Weather officials issued a heatwave alert for the central regions
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within 4.5 months
• ·A hurricane caused flooding and wind damage to homes and businesses in coastal cities
• ·The national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summer
• ·A best-selling author announced a book tour with 30 stops across North America
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter
• ·A study found time in nature reduces adult stress levels by up to 40%