Researchers created a rapid test for a common respiratory virus that gives results in 10 minutes

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·A tech company launched a new virtual reality game set in a fantasy world
• ·Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figure
• ·A historic library in the downtown area was renovated to preserve ancient manuscripts and books
• ·A university research team found that social media use can increase feelings of loneliness in young adults
• ·A new park was opened to provide more green space for residents
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help people with dyslexia improve reading skills
• ·Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere
• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advance
• ·A social media platform added a feature to let users hide comments containing offensive language
• ·A local café hosted a trivia night on weekend evenings
• ·The government approved a new infrastructure plan to repair aging roads and bridges across the state
• ·Local residents voted for a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and tech
• ·A software company introduced a new collaboration tool designed to help remote teams work more efficiently
• ·Study shows that gardening reduces symptoms of depression in older adults
• ·A taxi company updated its fleet with 20 new hybrid vehicles to reduce carbon emissions
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing for newly released mystery novel