Local schools started teaching coding classes to elementary school students

A new survey found that 70% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programsA major bookstore chain announced it will open 14 new locations focusing on community events and local authors

A study found that urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 25% in city centersLocal police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness eventsA famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas

A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarterA new report showed that global tourism numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels this year

A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights

A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workersA fashion brand launched a line of activewear for women

A city installed public Wi-Fi in parksResearchers studied the effects of air pollution on children’s health

A bookstore offered a monthly book subscription serviceA farm started selling grass-fed beef

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• ·Researchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 27%
• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance in the tournament
• ·A local hockey team won the national championship for the first time in 18 years
• ·A university started a new graduate program in public health with a focus on epidemiology
• ·A study found that spending time gardening reduces stress levels in urban dwellers
• ·A charity collected donations of stuffed animals for children in hospitals
• ·University offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering
• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·Softball team wins regional tournament and qualifies for nationals
• ·A major airline announced it would offer direct flights to four new Asian cities starting next year
• ·Florist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements
• ·Local restaurants reported a 25% increase in customers during the holiday weekend
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·A golfer won a tournament by two strokes after a final round of exceptional play
• ·A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in Colombia