A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence

A professional sports team hired a new head coach with a history of leading teams to championship winsA local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste

A bakery started supplying fresh bread to 10 local hotels and restaurants on a daily basisA construction company used 70% recycled materials to build a new community centerA fitness app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities reached 2 million downloads

A farmers market began accepting food stamps and EBT cards to make fresh produce accessible to allA hospital purchased a new 3D imaging machine to improve the accuracy of medical diagnoses

A national park started a program to remove invasive plant species that threaten native wildlife habitats

A clothing store donated 10% of its monthly sales to a charity supporting homeless youthA musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital

A construction company used 3D printing technology to build a small affordable home in just two weeksA study found that drinking plenty of water can improve skin health and reduce the appearance of wrinkles

A small business owner started a loyalty program where customers earn points for referralsA city planted 1,000 new trees along major streets to improve air quality and provide shade

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• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medications
• ·The city council voted to ban disposable e-cigarettes in public spaces
• ·A city council approved funding to repair and repave potholed roads in residential areas
• ·A fire department contained a small wildfire in a rural area before it reached nearby homes
• ·Global oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter
• ·Scientists at a top research institute discovered a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest
• ·The government announced plans to reduce corporate tax rates from 25% to 20% to attract foreign investment
• ·Cycling race attracts professional riders for 100 mile course through countryside
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ animals
• ·A construction company finished building a new shopping center that includes 20 retail stores
• ·A research study showed that eating nuts as a snack can help with weight management
• ·Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobs
• ·Dance school holds annual recital featuring performances by 300 students
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six months
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for children under 12