A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s historyA new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes on main roads to promote cyclingA major airline added new in-flight movies and TV shows to keep passengers entertained

Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars

The school district added a financial literacy class to teach students about budgeting and savingCoffee shop roasts its own beans on-site for freshness

Elementary school takes students on field trip to science museumFashion show raises money for charity with designs by local students

Research shows that walking on grass improves mental clarityPet hospital offers affordable pet insurance plans

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• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 7000 gallons of water and 463 gallons of oil
• ·A school district started a mentorship program where high school students tutor elementary school students
• ·A study showed that drinking green tea daily can improve memory and focus
• ·A popular clothing brand announced it will phase out plastic packaging by the end of next year
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby bear from urban neighborhood
• ·A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators
• ·The government started a program to help farmers switch to drip irrigation systems
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals
• ·Engineers developed a new type of concrete that absorbs carbon dioxide from the air
• ·A city council approved the construction of 350 new affordable housing units
• ·A group of volunteers helped rebuild 50 homes for families affected by a natural disaster
• ·Chocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday season
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·The national basketball team qualified for the Olympics after winning the regional championship
• ·Local businesses sponsored a community event to raise money for charity
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseas