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 local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of activewear designed for yoga and pilates
• ·The United Nations held a conference to discuss ways to protect endangered marine species
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help shy animals find homes
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly
• ·A tech company released software that helps small businesses manage online payments
• ·Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young children
• ·A major oil spill off the coast contaminated 50 miles of shoreline killing thousands of fish and seabirds
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby bear from urban neighborhood
• ·The government announced a new funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic challenges
• ·A tech company collaborated with a car maker to develop self driving software for cars
• ·The national library digitized a large number of old books to preserve cultural heritage
• ·Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with anxiety
• ·A gym offered free trial memberships to encourage people to start exercising
• ·A construction project to build a new airport terminal began