Energy Infrastructure: Arkansas Public Service Commission approved a $2.6 billion natural gas plant for Independence County, expected to replace retiring coal generation and bring about 800 construction jobs plus long-term positions, with a new pipeline estimated at $50 million. Broadband & Tech: Sparklight says it invested $16M to expand central Arkansas broadband, including Maumelle, Beebe, North Little Rock and others, with speeds up to 2 gigabytes and links to state grant funding. Agriculture & Food: The Arkansas Catfish Promotion Board approved more than $80,000 for research and marketing, including aquaculture education, restaurant promotions, and studies on harmful algal blooms. Animal Health: Arkansas issued new entry requirements as New World screwworm spreads in Texas and New Mexico, including veterinary inspections and state entry permits for warm-blooded animals. Public Health & Consumer Rules: Arkansas will ban soda, candy and low-juice fruit drinks from SNAP starting July 1. Local Growth & Community: Saline County unveiled the first completed 2-mile segment of the 65-mile Southwest Trail, funded largely through grants. Healthcare Compliance: Arkansas-based pathology lab Advanced Pathology Solutions and owners agreed to pay $30M to resolve federal kickback and unnecessary testing allegations. Sports & Education: USDA appointed Poinsett County soybean leader Brad Doyle to the United Soybean Board, and Arkansas Boys State delegates filled the Capitol for mock legislative sessions.