A popular music award show revealed its list of nominees including several independent artists

A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menuScientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teensLocal artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood

The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardensA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks

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• ·A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use video calls to stay in touch with family
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 150 units
• ·Study finds that journaling about gratitude improves mental health
• ·The government invested $2 billion in solar energy projects across the western states
• ·Research finds that adequate hydration improves cognitive function
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 34%
• ·The public transit system offered discounted fares for low-income residents
• ·A new study showed that 75% of office workers prefer a hybrid work schedule
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to attract more visitors
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 56 countries
• ·Swimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet
• ·A tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·A soccer team signed a 17-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems