A music festival announced it will use 100 percent renewable energy for next year’s event

Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major citiesEngineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficiently

Library expands digital collection with 10000 new e booksFootball league announces changes to playoff format for next seasonResearch indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism

City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicyclesBook publisher releases memoir by famous political figure

Power company invests in solar energy projects to reduce carbon emissions

Survey shows that consumer confidence has increased this quarterScientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes

The police department launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted drivingA social media platform added a feature to let users schedule posts across multiple accounts

An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energyA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

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• ·A local bookstore hosted an author event with a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer
• ·A musician released a new album that received positive reviews from music critics
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Researchers found that early education has a positive impact on children's future
• ·The local museum added interactive exhibits where visitors can touch and test historical tools
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plants
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·Research shows that exposure to sunlight helps regulate mood in winter
• ·A study found that children who read for at least 30 minutes a day perform better in school and have stronger language skills.
• ·Chemists create natural cleaning products using vinegar and essential oils
• ·A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 110°F forcing schools to close early
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·The community organized a fundraiser to build a new playground in the local park
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sodium levels in its menu items
• ·Yoga studio offers prenatal classes for expectant mothers
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and waterproof design