Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought

Pet groomer specializes in grooming anxious pets with calm handling techniquesFirefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic childrenShoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic and natural rubber

Coast guard conducts search and rescue drills in preparation for hurricane seasonBook club discusses novel about climate change and environmental activism

Engineers design new flood protection system for coastal cities

Golf tournament raises funds for after school programs in low income neighborhoodsA taxi company updated its app to include real-time traffic information for drivers

A fashion store started selling accessories made by local artisans to support the communityA library started offering free Wi-Fi to visitors who don’t have internet access at home

A farm started a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program where members receive weekly produce boxesA fire department received a donation of new equipment from a local business

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• ·A university opened a new research lab focused on developing sustainable battery technologies
• ·A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast reduces obesity risk in teens
• ·A popular streaming service added thousands of new movies and TV shows to its library, including several exclusive titles.
• ·A city started a composting program for restaurants to reduce food waste
• ·The national ballet company performed a new show that sold out in days
• ·A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A farmers market added more vendors selling artisanal products
• ·A scientist developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than current models
• ·The national basketball league announced it will expand to include two new teams next season
• ·A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents injuries
• ·A school district hired a new nutritionist to oversee school meal programs and educate students about healthy eating
• ·A major airline offered 50% off flights for families traveling with children under 12
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of lizard in a remote desert region of Australia
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year