A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola bars

A bakery introduced gluten-free and vegan options for all of its popular pastriesA community group organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 300 bags of trash from local streets

A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home two days a week permanentlyA local farm started selling pre-packaged salad kits at grocery stores in the areaA school started a music program that provides free instrument lessons to students from low-income families

A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s historic neighborhoodsA hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting

A musician went on a tour of small towns performing at local venues to support independent music

A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choicesLocal vineyards experienced a record harvest of grapes due to mild temperatures and steady rainfall

Astronomers captured images of a rare supernova explosion in a distant galaxyThe education department launched a free online tutoring program for students struggling with math

A fire at an old warehouse was contained before it spread to nearby residential buildingsA survey found that 65% of consumers prefer to buy products with eco-friendly packaging

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• ·A café offered free refills on coffee for customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A drought in the southwest led to the restriction of outdoor water use for businesses
• ·The police department started a campaign to teach seniors how to avoid phone scams
• ·A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a week
• ·Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week
• ·City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schools
• ·Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ animals
• ·Park rangers offer guided hikes to teach visitors about native plants
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technology
• ·A survey found that 60% of businesses plan to increase their tech spending next year to improve efficiency
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50
• ·Medical researchers found that regular yoga practice can reduce muscle soreness by 28% in athletes
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science