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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• ·Local police seized over $1 million worth of illegal drugs in a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·Animal shelter holds adoption event that finds homes for 100 pets
• ·A major tech firm released a new laptop with a longer battery life and lighter design
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music charts
• ·Study indicates that playing chess improves problem solving skills in elementary students
• ·The government started a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming election
• ·A group of countries signed an agreement to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030
• ·A sports brand launched a line of clothing made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average temperatures for the upcoming summer raising concerns about heatwaves
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened with modern amenities
• ·Local schools installed air purifiers in classrooms to improve indoor air quality
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours
• ·A software company announced plans to hire 150 new employees over the next six months
• ·A charity collected donations of stuffed animals for children in hospitals
• ·A tech startup announced it will release a new smart home device next quarter that controls lighting and temperature
• ·A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectives