Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores, starting from next month.

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns

The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes

Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergiesThe government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poetsA local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

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• ·Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from coastal trail during storm
• ·A high school football team won the state championship after a last-minute touchdown
• ·A smartphone manufacturer announced a new model with a foldable screen and 5G connectivity
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s food scene
• ·A popular fashion brand announced it will take back old clothes to reuse or recycle
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve water quality in local rivers and streams
• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar
• ·Students raised money for a local animal shelter through a charity event
• ·Book club discusses award winning novel about environmental issues
• ·A local artist created portraits of community leaders to display in city hall
• ·Study shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults
• ·A major airline offered discounts on flights for passengers who book in advance
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recycling
• ·A gym offered online fitness classes
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet, cutting fuel costs by 40%
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two towns