Heat & Climate Records: NOAA says the contiguous U.S. just logged its hottest month ever, topping the Dust Bowl-era record and underscoring how widespread extreme heat has become. Bay Water & Wildlife: The Atlantic menhaden fishery could face major cuts after concerns about osprey chick starvation and plummeting catches, with public input sought on harvest reductions in the Chesapeake Bay. Outdoor Health in Maryland: Vibrio vulnificus cases are rising in the Bay region as waters run warmer, and health guidance urges people to watch for cuts and get care fast if symptoms appear. Wildlife Safety Closures: Seneca Creek State Park partially closed after a beaver bit a 10-year-old canoeing at a camp; officials are searching for the animal and keeping about a mile of trail shut. Data Centers & Community Impact: A Chesapeake Legal Alliance Q&A highlights how nondisclosure agreements can limit public knowledge about data center water and energy use, while Maryland and nearby states grapple with the environmental tradeoffs. Mosquito Control Notice: Prince George’s County residents are set to see unscheduled ULV adult mosquito spraying Aug. 16 after 9 p.m., with precautions recommended during treatment. Local Governance & Pollution Risk: Howard County is investigating a Columbia storm drain complaint after residents reported a hose from a lawn-care truck appeared to enter a storm drain that feeds local waterways. Policy & Environment Adjacent: Maryland’s tax court struck down the state’s digital advertising tax, ordering refunds to Apple, Google and others—an outcome that could affect how future state revenue decisions get made. Air Quality Tips: An air quality expert urges Marylanders to check outdoor pollution daily and take indoor precautions when levels spike.