Coffee shop roasts beans in small batches

Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserveStudy shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parksMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming filmPower company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy

Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotelsTheater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city park

Biologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online ordersA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usualA team of historians found a letter written by a famous president during the Civil War

Local police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday seasonA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

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• ·The national volleyball team won a key match securing their place in the world cup
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhood
• ·A new survey found that 69% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Doctors recommended that people get regular check ups to prevent serious health issues
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences, where diners watch meals being prepared
• ·Farmers used drone technology to monitor crop health and optimize irrigation
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores
• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance in the tournament
• ·The railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding for commuters
• ·A severe earthquake hit a coastal town causing significant building damage and several injuries
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisine
• ·A university basketball team won their first playoff game in five years
• ·A university football team won its first conference championship in 10 years
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world