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 university opened a new sports complex with a gym, pool, and outdoor fields for students and faculty
• ·A startup created a new smart thermostat that learns user habits to save energy
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping center
• ·The country’s export of technology goods increased by 22 percent this quarter
• ·A hospital opened a new neonatal intensive care unit to care for premature babies
• ·Police department uses body cameras to increase accountability
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms
• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more gluten-free options
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·Major retailers announced plans to extend holiday sales to meet high consumer demand
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in five years
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise can improve memory and cognitive function in older adults.
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring reusable cups