Fisheries & Courts: A legal fight over red snapper rules is reshaping what anglers expected to be the longest season in years, after NOAA moved to loosen federal limits—only to be blocked by a judge—highlighting the push-pull between fishing access and conservation. Coastal Wildlife: Least terns are rebounding at Huntington Beach State Park, with nests jumping to 137 after dredging-created habitat, a hopeful sign for a threatened species. Air Quality: South Carolina’s Upstate and the Charlotte area saw Code Orange ozone alerts, urging sensitive groups to limit time outdoors. PFAS Accountability: Wisconsin announced a major $10 million PFAS settlement tied to Tyco/Johnson Controls, including long-term clean water obligations—another reminder that contamination cleanup can take years. Water Supply Politics: Charlotte’s plan to nearly double a Catawba River water transfer is drawing organized opposition from South Carolina interests. Hurricane Prep: With 2026 hurricane season underway, agencies are pushing residents to stock supplies and clear hazards now. Local Spill Response: Cleanup is underway after a fuel spill near a Gaffney Walmart. Invasive Species Watch: Georgia is warning residents about invasive Argentine tegu lizards, with reports extending into South Carolina and beyond. Sea Turtle Protection: Kiawah Island officials removed coyotes after attacks on nesting loggerhead sea turtles, following multiple incidents. Ongoing Seafood Economy: South Carolina’s shrimp season opened as fuel costs and operating pressures remain top concerns for shrimpers.