A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in Colombia

The police department launched a new initiative to reduce crime in residential areasScientists successfully cloned an endangered animal to help preserve the species

Local businesses reported increased sales during the recent holiday shopping seasonThe university announced a new scholarship program for students studying environmental scienceA severe storm caused power outages in several neighborhoods across the state

Researchers found evidence of water on a distant planet that could support lifeThe city introduced a new bike sharing program to promote eco friendly transportation

A famous actor announced their retirement from film after a 40 year career

Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter seasonA popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

The city council approved a $130 million project to build a new public library and community centerArchaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire

Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehiclesA heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close early

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• ·Power company invests in solar energy projects to reduce carbon emissions
• ·An international art exhibition will be held in the capital next spring
• ·Students organized a fundraiser that raised $18000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·A government agency updated its regulations to protect the environment
• ·A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12
• ·A school started a foreign language program
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 600 people
• ·A new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teens
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star winning Best New Artist
• ·A study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by 15%
• ·A major bookstore announced plans to offer more digital books and audiobooks
• ·A city started a bike-sharing program
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser to help homeless veterans
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to eat more plant-based meals
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near schools to keep children safe