Data Centers & Utilities: Gov. Kevin Stitt signed two bills aimed at keeping data-center growth from driving up Oklahoma utility rates and tightening water oversight, with lawmakers and industry arguing for “community partnership” guardrails. Water Conservation: With triple-digit heat stressing systems, some Oklahoma cities and water providers moved to tier-two restrictions, limiting outdoor watering to even-odd schedules while officials say pressure remains stable. Workforce & Education: At a Greater Oklahoma City Chamber event, leaders said Oklahoma’s education and workforce outlook is strong but employers want graduates with better soft skills and clearer career pathways. AI Talent Pipeline: UCO announced new AI degree programs launching this fall, built with employer input and tied to campus computing resources. Food Safety & Retail Impact: A multistate Salmonella egg recall tied to Texas production is expanding, while fast-casual chains including Qdoba and Chipotle remove jalapeños amid the outbreak. Public Safety & Logistics: ODOT will replace a decades-old I-35 weigh station near Davis with automated high-speed truck screening, starting Aug. 17. Business Real Estate: Dutch Bros is buying up to 65 former Salad and Go locations across Arizona, Nevada, Oklahoma and Texas for conversion to new drive-thru coffee shops.