Paraquat Ban: Vermont became the first U.S. state to ban paraquat, a weed killer tied by lawmakers to Parkinson’s disease, while farmers warn about profit pressure and the EPA continues reviewing the safety link. PFAS & Drinking Water: In Bennington and Shaftsbury, state agencies updated residents on additional PFOA contamination, including blood testing, well sampling, and next steps tied to Saint-Gobain. Lake Champlain Monitoring: A volunteer with a biology background is helping track blue-green algae on Lake Champlain, highlighting how nutrient pollution can create toxin risks for people and pets. PFAS Risk Study for Turf: A report on Hinesburg’s proposed CVU artificial turf field says there’s little likelihood it would contaminate a nearby drinking-water well with PFAS. Brownfield Cleanup: St. Johnsbury is getting $3.8 million in EPA funds to clean up the True Temper Factory site, clearing the way for housing and redevelopment. Wakesports Rules: Vermont updated wakesports rules, including where they can happen and hot-water decontamination requirements for ballasted vessels between water bodies. Electric Aviation: Vermont-based BETA Technologies is partnering with Mokulele Airlines to test an electric cargo plane in Hawaii, aiming for zero tailpipe emissions. Offshore Wind Fight: California plans to sue the U.S. Interior over offshore wind lease “buybacks,” arguing the deals violate federal law and harm clean-energy goals. Heat & Storms: Forecasts point to Friday storms and warmer, humid conditions, with scattered thunderstorm chances into the weekend.