Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought

Pet groomer specializes in grooming anxious pets with calm handling techniquesFirefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic childrenShoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic and natural rubber

Coast guard conducts search and rescue drills in preparation for hurricane seasonBook club discusses novel about climate change and environmental activism

Engineers design new flood protection system for coastal cities

Golf tournament raises funds for after school programs in low income neighborhoodsA taxi company updated its app to include real-time traffic information for drivers

A fashion store started selling accessories made by local artisans to support the communityA library started offering free Wi-Fi to visitors who don’t have internet access at home

A farm started a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program where members receive weekly produce boxesA fire department received a donation of new equipment from a local business

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• ·A heavy sandstorm swept through the desert region reducing visibility to less than 500 meters
• ·The city council approved a $130 million project to build a new public library and community center
• ·A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states
• ·A tennis player won their 23rd Grand Slam title becoming the oldest champion in the sport’s history
• ·Dance school holds winter recital featuring ballet and contemporary dance pieces
• ·A restaurant started using compostable packaging for takeout orders to reduce environmental impact
• ·The postal service announced it would extend delivery days to six days a week during holidays
• ·Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online orders
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester.
• ·The city council voted to add more bike lanes to reduce traffic congestion
• ·Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant with medicinal properties that can treat certain illnesses
• ·A new movie broke box office records earning $100 million in its first weekend of release
• ·The city council approved a $110 million project to repair aging sewage systems
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·The city’s public transport system reduced fares for students and seniors