The city started a program to fine people who litter in public parks

A city added 50 new public benches in downtown parks and along busy sidewalksA charity collected 2,000 winter coats to distribute to homeless individuals and low-income families

A study found that athletes who get 8-9 hours of sleep per night perform 15% better in competitionsA sports equipment store sponsored a youth soccer league, covering the cost of uniforms and equipmentA local newspaper expanded its neighborhood coverage, adding 10 new community correspondents

A bakery won a national award for its custom wedding cakes, known for intricate sugar flower designsA construction project to widen a major highway began, with expected completion in two years

A smartphone company launched a trade-in program, offering up to $500 for old devices to reduce electronic waste

A farmers market hosted a fall festival with live music, pumpkin carving, and local food tastingsA pet store started offering "exotic pet supplies" for owners of reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a "vegan menu" with 10 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program

A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through gamesA community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior center