The national space agency announced plans to send a new mission to explore Mars

Study reveals that family meals reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day

Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to familiesBook publisher launches new series of adventure books for middle schoolersResearch finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young children

Car dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehiclesCommunity hosts festival with live music and local food vendors

Radio station holds fundraiser to support local animal shelter

Engineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminantsA library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week

A farm began using hydroponics to grow vegetables indoors year-roundA fire department purchased new equipment to improve its ability to respond to emergencies

A software company updated its privacy policy to give users more control over their dataA community organized a festival to celebrate the region’s cultural heritage

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• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year, regardless of family income.
• ·Scientists found evidence that global warming is affecting the migration of birds
• ·A celebrity chef published a cookbook with recipes for quick and easy weeknight meals
• ·A fire at an old warehouse was contained before it spread to nearby residential buildings
• ·Scientists developed a new method to turn food waste into biogas for heating homes
• ·A city added more public Wi Fi hotspots in parks and community centers
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more gluten-free options
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 93%
• ·A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community use
• ·An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countries
• ·A hospital started a telemedicine program for patients in rural areas
• ·Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depression
• ·A new study showed that air pollution can cause respiratory problems in young children
• ·Archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from stone in a cave system
• ·A community garden hosted a harvest festival with live music and food made from garden produce
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases