Water Supply Under Pressure: Pulaski’s Gatewood Reservoir has plunged to a historic low, forcing a drought emergency and bans on non-essential water use as the New River Valley stays dry. Pipeline Pollution Watch: Virginia DEQ is proposing a $179,000 fine for Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line over erosion and sediment-control failures tied to the Southeast Supply Enhancement Project, with public comment open through Sept. 9. PFAS on Farms: EPA is walking back parts of a major PFAS-in-sludge risk assessment, raising fresh questions about how public input shaped the decision—an issue that hits Virginia farmers and waterways. Wildlife & Public Health: Maryland reports multiple beaver attacks tied to rabies concerns, underscoring how rare infections can still show up in unexpected places. Biodiversity Moment: Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is raising rescued bobcat kittens with a live camera, offering a rare look at how rehab supports survival in the wild. Data Center Transparency Fight: A Botetourt County town hall on Google data centers sparked a dispute over whether media could attend, with legal arguments hinging on whether it was a full public meeting. Higher Ed Civil Rights: DOJ opened a compliance review into College of William & Mary scholarships and benefits, alleging race-based preferences.