A government program provided grants to small businesses affected by recent natural disasters

Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major citiesEngineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficiently

Library expands digital collection with 10000 new e booksFootball league announces changes to playoff format for next seasonResearch indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism

City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicyclesBook publisher releases memoir by famous political figure

Power company invests in solar energy projects to reduce carbon emissions

Survey shows that consumer confidence has increased this quarterScientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes

The police department launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted drivingA social media platform added a feature to let users schedule posts across multiple accounts

An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energyA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

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• ·A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at craft fairs
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying hotline for students to report incidents
• ·A study showed that drinking green tea can improve skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·A pet store started offering pet birthday parties for customers’ furry friends
• ·Toy company releases interactive robot that teaches coding to kids
• ·A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human body
• ·A social media platform added tools to help users manage their screen time
• ·Swimming team breaks national record in 4x100 meter relay at championship meet
• ·A city council discussed plans to add more public transit routes to suburban areas
• ·A community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music
• ·Doctors recommended that people eat more fruits and vegetables for a healthy diet
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle electronic waste safely
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses manage their social media accounts
• ·A tennis player won a tournament after recovering from a long-term injury
• ·Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star system
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents injuries