Local Climate & Health: A new map-based report highlights a lung cancer “hotspot” belt across the South and Midwest, pointing to factors like air pollution and home radon alongside smoking history. Invasive Species: Spotted lanternflies are now confirmed in 22 states, with officials urging people to kill them on sight as the insects spread through the Great Lakes and Midwest. Energy & Pollution Policy: A federal appeals court struck down a Trump-era emergency order that kept Michigan’s J.H. Campbell coal plant running, saying the government exceeded its authority—an outcome that could reshape regional power planning. Indiana Nuclear: Indiana is set to receive its first small-scale nuclear reactor at Naval Weapons Station Crane by September 2028, aimed at keeping the base powered independently of the public grid. Flood Recovery Funding: Indiana Treasurer Daniel Elliott announced RAPID, a low-interest disaster loan program for local governments to repair storm-damaged infrastructure quickly. Clean Transportation: Indianapolis is hosting its sixth Central Indiana Electric Vehicle Showcase to help residents learn about EVs and cut transportation-related emissions. Data Centers & Community Impact: Investigative reporting on Indiana data-center deals spotlights concerns about limited public notice and secrecy agreements, raising questions for local health and transparency. Outdoor & Water Education: Whitley County Soil and Water Conservation District ran conservation field days for fifth-graders, covering soil, wildlife, water safety, recycling, and water quality.