Data Center Debate (Irvington): A planned DC BLOX data center near Irvington advanced after a four-hour hearing, with an examiner recommending approval despite neighbor concerns about noise, air pollution, and heavy electricity and water needs. Severe Weather & Heat Risk: Tornadoes struck communities outside Chicago, while a dangerous heat wave pushed advisories across the Midwest and Northeast, including parts of Indiana. Local Land Reuse (Southern Indiana): The Uplands Regional Land Bank says it has acquired 17 blighted properties in three years, clearing and preparing sites for redevelopment and adding green space via a donated lot. Public Health—Lead Exposure: A new study finds childhood lead levels are down overall, but disparities persist for children of color and low-wealth families, including Indiana data. Health Grants (Southern Indiana): Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation awarded $137,500 to 11 organizations for mental health, mentorship, and community wellness projects. Stormwater Notice (Plymouth): The City of Plymouth filed a construction stormwater notice for the Harrison Street Multi Use Trail, with runoff tied to the Yellow River/Kankakee-Iroquois watershed. Aquaponics Sustainability (Purdue): Purdue’s “When Blue is Green” aquaponics project hit its halfway mark, aiming for grid-independent, no-waste food production.