Environmental activists protested against a new oil drilling project in a protected area

A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and moodA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classesA startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairs

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisoriesResearchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three months

The government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearA tech company announced it will open a new research lab focused on climate change solutions

A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six monthsA local school district introduced new mental health support programs for students and teachers

A study found spending time with grandchildren reduces depression risk in elderly adultsThe government launched a new campaign to promote recycling and reduce household waste

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• ·Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travel
• ·A school district hired a new guidance counselor to provide support to students’ mental health and academic goals
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to produce clean energy
• ·The government announced a new program to help small businesses adopt digital tools
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·The university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy
• ·Elementary school takes students on field trip to science museum
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer
• ·The local government introduced incentives for businesses to go green
• ·A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 75 dogs and cats
• ·A hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels
• ·A community organized a neighborhood garage sale that raised over $3,000 for local schools
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm
• ·A coffee shop began using compostable cups and utensils to reduce waste
• ·A national park started a program to protect endangered sea turtles nesting on its beaches