Research finds that outdoor play improves vision in young children

A grocery store added self-checkout lanes to reduce wait times for customersA school started a music program that provides free instruments to students who can’t afford them

A photographer won a contest for their photo of a rare bird spotted in a local nature reserveA hotel renovated its rooms to include more energy-efficient appliances and lightingA musician performed at a charity event that raised $25,000 for a local animal shelter

A construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 50 new bedsA study found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety

A small business owner started selling their products in a national retail chain

A city hosted a sports tournament that brought teams from 10 different statesA fashion store started offering online shopping with free shipping for orders over $75

A library added a collection of audiobooks in multiple languages to support immigrant familiesA farm started using compost to fertilize its fields instead of chemical fertilizers

A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce fuel costs and carbon emissionsA restaurant was awarded a "best local cuisine" prize by a regional food magazine

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• ·A new public hiking trail opened connecting three state parks spanning 18 miles
• ·A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make stuffed animals
• ·A coffee shop started selling homemade pastries made by a local baker
• ·A major airline announced free Wi-Fi on all flights starting next year
• ·A singer released a new single that topped music charts in 10 countries
• ·A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system, saving $5,000 yearly on energy
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses adopt digital technology
• ·A team of engineers built a prototype of a flying car, which successfully completed its first test flight.
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A new study found that reading for 30 minutes each day can reduce stress levels by 68%, according to research from a psychology institute.
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·The fire department held a free smoke detector installation event for low-income families
• ·Students organized a cultural festival to celebrate diversity
• ·Local farmers markets reported a surge in customers looking for organic produce