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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• ·Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a marathon due to extreme heat
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes
• ·A toy company released a line of educational toys designed to teach young children math skills
• ·A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-books
• ·A bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing
• ·A community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season
• ·Community group organizes cultural festival featuring local food and music
• ·Weather conditions forced the closure of several ski resorts due to high winds
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more stations across town
• ·The national postal service announced it will increase delivery speeds, with most packages now arriving within 2 days.
• ·Teachers called for more funding to improve classroom resources
• ·The city introduced a new parking app that lets users reserve spots in advance
• ·A national park closed a section of a lake temporarily to stock it with native fish species
• ·A basketball team traded two players to another team in exchange for a draft pick and a veteran player