A tech startup launched a smart thermostat that learns user habits and reduces energy costs by up to 25%

A grocery store started selling "plant-based milk alternatives" like oat and almond milkA school started a "environmental club" that planted trees on school grounds

A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibitionA hotel started offering "early check-in" for guests who arrive before the standard check-in timeA musician recorded a song with a local choir that was played on a regional radio station

A construction company won a contract to build a new hospital wing for pediatric careA study found that eating nuts regularly can reduce the risk of heart disease

A small business owner started a podcast about small business ownership that gained 5,000 listeners

A city launched a "recycling education program" to teach residents how to sort waste correctlyA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

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