Researchers created a rapid test for a common respiratory virus that gives results in 10 minutes

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·Cycling race draws 1,500 participants for 75-mile ride through countryside
• ·Public library partners with local bookstore to host monthly author events
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for sixth consecutive year
• ·The local fire department held a training session for residents on how to use fire extinguishers
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued a baby elephant that was separated from its herd
• ·A study revealed that students who read for pleasure have higher vocabulary skills
• ·The city council voted to add more public restrooms in downtown parks and plazas
• ·A team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean
• ·A software company offered free online training courses to help small business owners learn to use its products
• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local food bank
• ·A research team studied the impact of climate change on local plant species
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·Hospital reports decrease in emergency room visits for seasonal illnesses this month
• ·Park rangers offer guided bird watching tours at dawn during migration season
• ·A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issued