Lifeguards teach water safety skills to children at local pool

A pet store started offering "pet birthday parties" for customers’ furry friendsA restaurant was featured in a local magazine for its unique fusion cuisine

A school district updated its curriculum to include more lessons on diversity and inclusionA tech company released a new productivity app that helps users manage their to-do listsA community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen

A bakery started making "sourdough bread" that fermented for 48 hours for better flavorA coffee shop hosted a "charity fundraiser" where $1 from each drink sold went to a local school

A university opened a new career center to help students find internships and jobs

A taxi company added a "lost and found" feature to its app to help riders recover lost itemsSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and catsNewspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

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• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric emergency room with child friendly decor
• ·Florist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezes
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages for local residents, including discounts and free breakfast
• ·A soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to support local animal shelter
• ·A scientist received a grant to continue their research on a cure for a rare disease
• ·A tech company released an app that helps users track their carbon footprint and reduce waste
• ·A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on renewable energy and space exploration
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·Scientists built a solar panel that can generate electricity even on cloudy days
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion school