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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• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 33%
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A local theater group performed a play about civil rights activists to mark Black History Month
• ·Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildings
• ·Tennis tournament attracts 10 former top 20 ranked players to compete
• ·A famous documentary filmmaker released a new work focusing on the impact of deforestation
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users track their daily exercise and calorie intake
• ·A bookstore started a book club that meets monthly to discuss popular novels
• ·Researchers developed a new blood test that can detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resort
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 12 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible
• ·An international charity delivered 20000 tents to families displaced by a civil war
• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclable and better for the environment
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain
• ·City council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling