Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years

A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet ownersThe stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in schoolsScientists observed a rare astronomical event involving a comet passing Earth

The city introduced a bike-sharing program with 100 new bikes at 20 stationsResearchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on driving ability

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• ·A university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time
• ·A coffee shop won a regional award for its commitment to sustainable sourcing and waste reduction
• ·A public library announced it will loan out gardening tools and seed packets to residents
• ·A government agency updated its tax filing website to make it more user friendly
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 17 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·An oil company announced it will build a carbon capture facility to reduce emissions
• ·A wildfire in a national forest burned 13000 acres with firefighters working to protect nearby communities
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·The local government introduced incentives for businesses to go green
• ·A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners
• ·A team of veterinarians provided free health checks for pets at a community center
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against a top-ranked team
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a fast-growing city in the south