A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025

A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or moreA fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit perfectly

A library’s graphic novel section became the most borrowed collection for teensA farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needsA fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building

A software company released an inventory-tracking tool for small retailersA community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s indigenous history

A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with step-by-step recipes

A photographer created promotional photos for a local boutiqueHighway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

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• ·Motorcycle club organizes charity ride to raise money for pediatric cancer research
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss of up to 5% per year in adults over 50
• ·A new study showed that regular meditation can lower blood pressure in adults
• ·Automotive company recalls 50000 SUVs due to faulty fuel line connections
• ·Researchers at a leading university developed a new battery technology that charges 10 times faster than current lithium-ion batteries
• ·Dietitians recommend adding more whole grains to daily meals
• ·The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast
• ·A social media platform introduced a new feature to limit the spread of harmful content
• ·A new electric vehicle model was released with a driving range of over 400 miles on a single charge
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·A study published in a leading medical journal found that a low-sugar diet can improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes.
• ·The United Nations released a report showing a 10% increase in global renewable energy adoption
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been 20% above the annual average
• ·A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for residents
• ·Volunteers planted over 1000 trees in a city park as part of a reforestation project
• ·A research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people