Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·The government announced a tax cut for small businesses to help them recover from the economic impact of recent events.
• ·A sports brand released a new line of eco friendly athletic wear
• ·Local authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities
• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·A high school hosted its first international cultural festival, featuring food and performances from 15 countries
• ·The school board voted to increase the number of art and music classes in elementary schools
• ·A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectives
• ·A popular fashion brand announced it will take back old clothes to reuse or recycle
• ·A coffee shop hosted a book reading event with a local author
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a tornado
• ·Doctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season
• ·The government increased funding for public transportation to add more buses during rush hour
• ·A local theater showed a documentary about the city’s history, attracting over 500 viewers
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste