Great Lakes Invasive Species: The U.S. Army Corps abruptly paused work on the Brandon Road invasive-carp project near Lake Michigan, then lifted the stop-work order hours after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called President Trump—highlighting how fast-moving politics can affect urgent water-protection timelines. Michigan Water & Habitat: Caledonia Township approved a $127,900 plan to remove an obsolete causeway on the Shiawassee River, funded by an EGLE DNR fisheries grant, aiming to restore river flow and improve fish and aquatic habitat. Public Health & Plastics: North Carolina and a coalition of states—including Michigan—pushed the EPA to add microplastics to the drinking-water monitoring list, arguing the current oversight leaves communities without basic tracking. PFAS Watch: The Trump administration stalled a wastewater PFAS survey that would help regulators identify which industries are driving contamination. Local Recovery Housing: EGLE awarded $1 million for affordable recovery housing in Kalamazoo, converting a former paper mill site into 48 apartments with support services. Weather & Safety: A tornado watch and severe thunderstorm warning hit Windsor-Essex as storms moved toward lower Michigan. Invasive Species Prevention: Michigan expanded its “Don’t Move Firewood” campaign ahead of Labor Day to curb the spread of pests and plant diseases. Energy & Fuels: An E15 bill would align Michigan’s gasoline rules with federal standards, potentially allowing year-round E15 sales in more counties. Data Centers & Community Trust: A growing backlash over data-center NDAs and impacts on power and water is pushing states toward tighter rules and moratoriums. Wildlife & Outdoors: Northern Michigan groups are promoting water safety and conservation through Great Lakes paddleboarding and kayak tours. Mosquito Alert: Livonia warned residents about a new, daytime-biting Asian tiger mosquito presence and urged steps to eliminate standing water.