Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester

Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garageBiologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides

Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competitionStudy finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptomsCoffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central America

Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for studentsFashion show features designs by students from local fashion school

Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels

Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for petsThe city announced plans to repair 25 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods

A tech company launched a new smartphone with a durable design for outdoor useA thunderstorm caused power outages for 35000 residents in the central region

The government provided financial aid to ranchers affected by wildfire damageScientists discovered a new species of bird in a tropical rainforest with bright blue feathers

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• ·Scientists built a new solar power plant that can generate electricity for 50,000 homes
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu items
• ·A new mobile game released became the most downloaded app in over 50 countries
• ·A charity started a program to help elderly homeowners with minor home repairs
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A streaming service added a new category of classic movies to its library for film enthusiasts
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%
• ·Engineers designed a new type of building material that is stronger and more energy-efficient
• ·Pet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options
• ·A farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets
• ·The government increased funding for cancer research to find new treatments and cures
• ·Hospital launches program to provide free health screenings for homeless populations
• ·Middle school students designed a solar-powered backpack that charges mobile devices
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of carrots to a local food bank
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will offer free alterations for all customers
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh herbs to a local soup kitchen to support their meal programs