A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 45% in adults

A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next yearScientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homes

The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhoodResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adultsThe government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores

A tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goalsDoctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases

The local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

A new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adultsCandle store hosts workshop on making soy wax candles

Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winterPodcast interviews scientist about new space exploration discoveries

Research indicates that volunteering strengthens community bondsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

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• ·Dietitian recommends adding quinoa to diets for plant-based protein
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly
• ·Local schools switched to reusable lunch containers to reduce waste
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibition on space exploration
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance by 10 percent
• ·Local community groups organized a cleanup effort to remove plastic waste from the city’s main river
• ·A farm began using drones to monitor crop health, reducing the need for chemical pesticides by 15%
• ·Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communities
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 50 families
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will open 10 new locations in small towns this year
• ·College students won a national science competition with their invention that purifies water
• ·A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking system
• ·A study showed that online courses can help working adults earn college degrees faster
• ·A hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy snow in northern areas
• ·A city launched a campaign to promote local businesses