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 famous actress announced she will direct her first documentary next year
• ·A committee was formed to investigate allegations of misconduct against a senior government official
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and weights for guests
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping for orders over a certain amount
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destruction
• ·A community center started a cooking class for seniors to teach healthy meal preparation
• ·Government introduces new policy to reduce plastic waste
• ·A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that can control all household appliances with voice commands
• ·A space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns
• ·A new study showed that 78% of office workers prefer a hybrid work schedule
• ·Car manufacturers announced plans to standardize charging ports for all electric vehicles by 2028
• ·A new study showed that regular meditation can lower blood pressure in adults
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Bakery introduces vegan pastries made with coconut milk and oat flour
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A farmers market started a program to help small farmers sell their products