Data Center Fight in Frederick: Maryland Supreme Court blocked a Frederick County referendum aimed at limiting a controversial data center campus, ruling zoning ordinances can’t be put to referendum and the ballot question was unclear. Bay Restoration Tech: St. Mary’s students used a low-cost automated Bay Observation Box (BOB) to support oyster aquaculture and Chesapeake Bay restoration, earning fifth place at SkillsUSA Nationals. Utility Costs in Maryland: The Maryland Public Service Commission approved a smaller Washington Gas & Light rate increase than requested—about $38.1M total—translating to roughly $4.01 more per month for an average residential customer. National Harbor Development: Prince George’s County created a development district for the National Harbor Sphere project, setting up tax financing and projecting major job and economic impact. Food & Consumer Watch: A Reuters report highlights family-owned snack makers moving toward take-private deals as supermarket demand shifts and weight-loss drugs reshape the market. Local Food Safety: Recent Pennsylvania restaurant inspections flagged issues like dirty equipment, residue, and pest-entry gaps. Transportation & Community: West Baltimore residents questioned early involvement in a North Dukeland Street resurfacing and “Complete Streets” redesign that adds bike lanes and narrows lanes. Energy Infrastructure Policy: A multistate coalition urged FERC not to fast-track natural gas pipeline approvals, warning of higher bills and more pollution. Arts & Tourism: Hot August Music Festival in Cockeysville was canceled due to low ticket sales.