A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester

A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce pesticide useA fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphonesA community organized a "senior tea party" that brought together 70 elderly residentsA grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks

A photographer hosted a "family photo day" that offered affordable sessions for 50 familiesA hotel started offering "pet-friendly rooms" with beds and bowls for guests’ animals

A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award

A construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping centerA local library started a weekly storytime session for toddlers and their parents

A bakery won first place at a regional food competition for its signature sourdough breadA hospital opened a new urgent care clinic to reduce wait times in the emergency room

A national park reported a record number of visitors during the summer monthsA research team discovered a way to make solar panels 20% more efficient