Heat & storms: A new heat dome is set to push triple-digit temperatures across much of the U.S., raising heat illness risks while severe weather odds shift as summer progresses. Flood risk: July is already bringing flash flood emergencies, including Missouri’s recent 1,000-year rainfall event that rescued campers. Missouri water & wildlife: Missouri and Tennessee saw deadly personal watercraft crashes on Tims Ford Lake, while a Missouri bear sighting highlights how expanding black bear populations can bring wildlife into yards. Invasive species: A hammerhead worm (shovel-headed garden worm) was recently spotted in Alabama, with guidance on safe removal and why it threatens soil health. Agriculture & safer pest control: Pairwise licensed Fulcrum CRISPR tools to Agragene to support more targeted, biological pest control via sterile insect technology. Regenerative farming: General Mills, ADM, and Walmart are expanding regenerative wheat practices across 40,000 Midwest acres, aiming at soil health and water quality. Power & data centers: Midwest utilities are asking regulators to reduce competition for new large transmission lines tied to AI demand, while a separate push seeks broader “ratepayer protection” pledges. Food safety: FDA recalled 1.5 million dozen eggs across six states due to Salmonella risk. Missouri health: Missouri’s pregnancy-associated mortality review finds many maternal deaths are preventable, with cardiovascular disease and mental health/substance use leading causes. Local conservation: Missouri’s Osage County stream bank project is getting state funding to protect a farm from flooding and erosion.