Flood Recovery & Federal Aid: Indiana’s historic flooding is still cresting, with the Wabash River expected to peak near Terre Haute while displaced residents wait on a FEMA Major Disaster Declaration that would unlock housing and other help. Evacuation Scrutiny: Indy residents and volunteers questioned late-night evacuation orders after severe Friday-to-Saturday flooding, including Rocky Ripple, where some got official notices hours after the danger was already unfolding. Water Infrastructure Resilience: Carmel moved to prevent raw sewage from reaching the White River after flood damage, using sandbag dams and faster permitting coordination with state and federal agencies. Data Centers & Local Impacts: Indianapolis approved a temporary moratorium on new data centers through 2027, while New Buffalo Township denied a special land use permit tied to a nearby data-center project. Lead Hazard Cleanup: Elkhart’s Lead Free Program is seeking $4.4 million in federal grant funding to remove lead paint hazards in older homes, targeting children most at risk. Agriculture & Weather Extremes: USDA designated drought-impacted counties in Indiana and Kentucky for emergency credit, as farmers also weigh crop losses from extreme August flooding. Energy Bills & Severe Weather: A Michiana report links rising cooling costs to aging grid infrastructure and more disruptive severe weather. Wildlife & Community Education: Indiana State University’s Center for Bat Research is set to host the annual Indiana Bat Festival in Terre Haute. Hunting Access: Reserved hunt applications for waterfowl, deer, and gamebirds are now open online through Indiana DNR partners.