A school district started a mentorship program for new teachers

A wildlife sanctuary opened a new exhibit featuring native animalsA software company announced plans to hire 100 new employees in the next six months

A city added more public benches in parks and downtown areas for pedestriansA charity collected donations of winter coats for homeless individualsA research study found that getting enough sleep improves athletic performance in athletes

A sports equipment store sponsored a youth sports league to help cover costs for participantsA local newspaper expanded its coverage to include more neighborhood news

A bakery won a national award for its innovative cake designs

A construction project to widen a busy highway began this monthArchaeologists uncovered ancient pottery and tools in a dig site in the northern desert

Car manufacturers announced plans to double production of electric vehicles by 2026A drought in the western states led to reduced crop yields for local farmers

The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to two scientists for their work on sustainable energyA local community center started offering free language classes for immigrants and refugees