Defense & Manufacturing: Huntsville-based Boresight landed a record $380,000-plus U.S. purchase order for aerial-target drones, a major jump tied to counter-drone training demand. Energy Costs: Gas prices in Huntsville climbed as oil prices topped $100 amid the Iran conflict, squeezing household budgets and changing fill-up habits. Trade & Agriculture: The Trump administration’s new Canada dairy and other import bans raise fresh uncertainty for Alabama’s export-heavy relationship with Canada, with dairy groups watching for fallout. Housing & Affordability: A Tuscaloosa-area housing discussion highlighted higher prices and mortgage rates pushing buyers to adjust plans, even as inventory improves. Workforce & Training: Alabama Power’s HVAC Fast Track program hit 100 graduates since launch, underscoring ongoing demand for skilled trades. Tech & AI in Higher Ed: UA’s AI club kicked off with President Peter Mohler urging students to build AI infrastructure skills as campus AI rules vary by professor. Utilities & Customer Experience: Central Alabama Water’s new online portal is causing trouble for some customers, especially older residents. Health & Public Policy: WalletHub ranked Alabama near the bottom for vaccinations and happiness, pointing to gaps in health access and well-being. Legal/Politics: Republicans opened their Dallas midterm convention with a focus on Trump and attacks on Democrats, while voting-rights and NIL tax protection bills gained attention.