A popular music award show revealed its list of nominees including several independent artists

A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menuScientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teensLocal artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood

The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardensA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks

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• ·The national hockey team announced its new roster
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·The national park service announced plans to improve trails and visitor facilities
• ·A local high school’s robotics team won second place at an international competition in Tokyo
• ·A golfer set a new course record with a score of 61 during a professional tournament
• ·A heatwave forced local officials to open cooling centers for elderly and vulnerable residents
• ·A severe tornado touched down in a small town destroying several buildings and injuring a few residents
• ·A western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage
• ·Ambulance service offers free first aid classes to community members
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt sustainable farming practices to protect soil health
• ·A major film festival announced its lineup including 25 international films making their debut
• ·Scientists discovered that a common household item can be used to filter microplastics
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic film with live orchestra accompaniment
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting foodborne illnesses in 30 minutes
• ·A tech startup raised $50 million to develop renewable energy storage solutions
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant with medicinal properties that can treat certain illnesses