A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels

Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserveStudy shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parksMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming filmPower company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy

Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotelsTheater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city park

Biologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online ordersA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usualA team of historians found a letter written by a famous president during the Civil War

Local police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday seasonA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

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• ·Researchers discovered a new species of frog in the Amazon rainforest
• ·A best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activism
• ·Ice cream shop makes small batch ice cream with flavors like lavender honey
• ·A café started offering catering services for weddings, parties, and corporate events
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·Health officials advised people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter season
• ·Survey shows 75 percent of students prefer hybrid learning models over full in person classes
• ·A school district purchased new science lab equipment for middle and high schools
• ·A tech company announced plans to open a new office in the city creating 120 new jobs
• ·Car company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge
• ·Research indicates that gratitude practices improve overall well-being
• ·The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with faster more efficient models
• ·Car manufacturers announced plans to standardize charging ports for all electric vehicles by 2028
• ·Research shows that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniors
• ·Coast guard seizes illegal cargo of endangered sea turtles off southern coast
• ·A large energy company invested $3.1 billion in solar panel projects across the southwest