SNAP Court Win for Nebraska: A federal judge ruled the USDA can’t approve “junk food” waivers that let states block SNAP purchases of soda and energy drinks (and candy), striking down Nebraska’s limits along with Colorado, Iowa, Tennessee and West Virginia—an immediate reset for grocery access and a direct challenge to the “Make America Healthy Again” approach. Plastics Fight in Federal Court: Nebraska AG Mike Hilgers led 17 GOP attorneys general and a trade group suing California over its Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, arguing the rules will raise costs and improperly reach beyond state lines. Data Center Pressure Builds Locally: Seward County commissioners discussed a possible data center moratorium to study impacts on power, water, health, noise and traffic before writing tighter rules. UNL Housing Overhaul: UNL’s Selleck Quadrangle is set for demolition and rebuild as a $386 million, 1,700-bed first-year dorm project—no tax or tuition dollars. Public Power Spotlight: A new piece highlights Nebraska’s all-public electric utility model as a driver of lower rates and local control. Ag & Weather Watch: Record spring drought is reshaping summer travel and recreation, with drought impacts already showing up in water levels and fire risk. Wildfire Recovery Support: USDA extended Emergency Conservation Program deadlines in Nebraska wildfire-impacted counties to Aug. 25 for restoration cost-share. Tech Meets Finance: Telcoin launched on-chain bank accounts tied to Nebraska-chartered stablecoin deposits, signaling more regulated banking integration with blockchain. Local Business Growth: Birdcall mapped a Midwest expansion that includes 7–10 new Nebraska locations in Omaha and Lincoln.