Severe Weather Watch: Storms are poised to bring damaging wind, hail, and possible tornadoes across Vermont and nearby states overnight, with officials urging residents to stay alert for warnings. Data Centers & Power Costs: New York became the first state to impose a one-year moratorium on new large-scale data centers, pausing major permits while it develops an environmental review and community-benefit guidance. Genetic Data Fallout: Acting Attorney General Cori Mills joined a multistate settlement with 23andMe over a 2023 genetic data breach, with $18 million available for states from the bankruptcy estate. Rural Health Pressure: Brattleboro supporters rallied at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to oppose a proposed closure of the birthing center, tying the decision to wider rural healthcare strain. Local Government: Plainfield says its town office is now fully staffed, reopening regular public hours and addressing staffing overload concerns, while also fielding reports of dogs chasing neighbors. Civic Engagement: Vermont’s Secretary of State launched “Vermont Civic Connect,” offering businesses and nonprofits nonpartisan voting resources to share with employees and customers. Business & Jobs: Workforce in Motion is bringing a hands-on career exploration summit to the Champlain Valley Expo this fall, aimed at strengthening Vermont’s talent pipeline. EV Snapshot: A new report ranks Vermont mid-pack on EV adoption and charging access, showing EV sales share down in Q1 2026. Outdoors & Conservation: Vermont’s Forests, Parks and Recreation completed early-2026 land conservation deals adding nearly 400 acres to state forests in Underhill, Granville, and Roxbury.