Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester

Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles with natural waxHighway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happinessPet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travel

Park rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and faunaNewspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms

Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meetA startup company launched an app that helps users track their daily calorie intake and exercise

A heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to 106 degrees for six consecutive daysResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable packaging made from sugarcane fiber

The government passed a law to protect endangered birds from illegal hunting and habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would add 15 new plant-based menu items to its locations nationwide

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• ·A research study showed that eating a diet rich in vegetables can reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·A study found that spending time with pets reduces stress and improves overall mental well-being
• ·A small business owner started a blog about their industry that gained 5,000 followers
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway station in the downtown area
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for midwestern states
• ·Local farmers reported a 25% increase in tomato yields due to a new organic fertilizer
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night featuring local comedians
• ·A fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothing
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·A famous musician performed a charity concert for disaster relief
• ·Skateboard competition attracts professional riders from around the world
• ·Doctors recommended more exercise to improve overall health
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop losses
• ·A celebrity chef opened a cooking school where students learn to make gourmet meals
• ·A famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events