A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in need

The government started a program to help small businesses create online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgets

Doctors urged people to get regular hearing tests to detect hearing loss earlyThe local museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizationsA new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclists

The city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areasA major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planes

Scientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction

The school district added a course on climate change to the science curriculumA farmers market started a program to teach kids about farming

A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient wait timesA national park reported an increase in the number of bald eagle sightings

A clothing store offered free alterations for customersA city launched a campaign to reduce litter in public parks

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• ·Opera house partners with local orchestra for production of modern opera
• ·A school started a chess club that placed second in a regional tournament
• ·Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight
• ·Local police solved a theft case using DNA evidence from a crime scene
• ·Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous year
• ·Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver disease
• ·Scientists discovered that a common kitchen spice has properties that fight inflammation
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·A national park started a program to remove trash from remote hiking trails
• ·A river in the south overflowed its banks causing damage to 50 farms and several roads
• ·The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve care
• ·A school district purchased new digital textbooks for all middle and high school students
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·A major snack company recalled a batch of chips due to possible salmonella contamination
• ·Farmers sold their products directly to consumers through farmers’ markets
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year