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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• ·Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50
• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly and longer-lasting
• ·Research shows that walking on grass improves mental clarity
• ·An automaker unveiled an electric SUV with a range of 450 miles and fast-charging capability
• ·Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter
• ·The government invested $150 million in building new wind farms in coastal areas
• ·Local school board approves budget for new science labs and sports facilities
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years.
• ·The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental health
• ·A soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·Students organized a fundraiser that raised $18000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday sale