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 team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s water supply system
• ·A car accident in a parking garage resulted in minor injuries for three people
• ·A local theater hosted a festival of plays written by local playwrights
• ·The president met with business leaders to discuss how to reduce regulatory barriers for small enterprises
• ·A bakery used local ingredients in its products
• ·Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probe
• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclable and better for the environment
• ·Researchers found that family meals improve communication
• ·The president’s administration launched a task force to combat corruption in government agencies
• ·A theater company staged a production of a classic play with a modern twist
• ·Scientists studied how light pollution affects the migration of birds
• ·A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars
• ·A best-selling author announced a sequel to their popular fantasy novel series
• ·A study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals
• ·The government built new schools in growing neighborhoods to reduce overcrowding