A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years

A software developer created a new tool that helps small businesses manage their social media accountsA community garden donated 150 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer

A fashion boutique started offering personal styling services for customers who need outfit adviceA library added a collection of graphic novels and comics to attract younger readersA farm started offering "pick-your-own" apple days in the fall that drew families from nearby cities

A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to better serve all customersA restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on traditional regional dishes

A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores for proper sorting

A scientist developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current modelsScientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly

The transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next yearA fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicA community center organized a craft fair where local artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery

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• ·A marathon race attracted 20,000 participants from 50 countries with the winner finishing in 2 hours 10 minutes
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduled
• ·A school started a robotics club that competed in a state tournament and placed second
• ·A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgery
• ·A photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·Researchers found that drinking green tea may lower the risk of certain types of cancer
• ·Camera store offers photography workshops for beginners
• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about global trade
• ·A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·A study found that regular yoga practice can improve flexibility and reduce back pain in office workers
• ·The community center offered free yoga classes for people with chronic pain
• ·Researchers found that early childhood education has a long-lasting impact on academic success
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city with 1200 bikes available at 60 stations