The government started a program to help farmers adopt sustainable farming methods

Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tabletsWildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitat

Lifestyle magazine includes tips for saving money on utility billsScientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil healthTrack and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet

Study 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 residents

Book publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservationA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music, art displays, and food trucks

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• ·The school board voted to increase the number of art and music classes in elementary schools
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels
• ·A charity organization organized a volunteer trip to help build schools in developing countries
• ·A study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%
• ·A new highway opened connecting two major cities reducing travel time by 45 minutes
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about entrepreneurship that gained 10,000 listeners
• ·Research shows that walking on grass improves mental clarity
• ·A research study showed that students who get enough sleep perform better on tests
• ·The government announced a tax incentive program for businesses that adopt green practices
• ·Researchers discovered that plants grow better when exposed to soft music for a few hours a day
• ·The government announced a new $600 million funding plan to support rural healthcare facilities
• ·Scientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·A study found that daily walking can reduce the risk of stroke in older adults
• ·The university conducted research on the use of technology in education
• ·A coffee shop began using compostable cups and utensils to reduce waste
• ·A school started a robotics club that competed in a state tournament and placed second