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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• ·Survey shows that consumer confidence has increased this quarter
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·The city council voted to ban disposable vapes in public spaces
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts
• ·A city council
• ·Local farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs
• ·A taxi company offered senior discounts for riders over 65 years old
• ·Scientists used CRISPR technology to edit the genes of a crop to make it more resistant to pests
• ·A city added more public benches in parks and downtown areas for pedestrians
• ·The school district announced it will provide free laptops to all students in grades 6-12
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels
• ·A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobs
• ·Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere
• ·A hotel added a spa and wellness center with massage services and yoga classes for guests