A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new team

Coffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central AmericaMiddle school organizes field trip to science museum for students

Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion schoolResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levelsPet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50

Physicists conduct experiments to study black hole behavior

Softball team wins regional tournament and qualifies for nationalsMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming film

Power company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energySurvey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels

Theater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city parkBiologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

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• ·Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide
• ·A scientist developed a new type of sunscreen that is better for coral reefs
• ·Researchers found that eating more fruits reduces the risk of certain diseases
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use algae to produce biofuel
• ·School newsletter shares student artwork and poetry
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·Photography exhibit showcasing wildlife conservation efforts opens at science museum
• ·A swimmer set a new national record in the 200-meter freestyle event at the national championships
• ·A new study shows that reading improves mental well-being
• ·A study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by 15%
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use algae to produce biofuel
• ·A luxury hotel chain announced it will install solar panels on the roofs of all its properties
• ·A major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production
• ·Pet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezes
• ·Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday season