AI in Schools: A group of 98 teens from all 50 states drafted and “passed” their own K-12 AI rules after lawmakers failed to set a national standard for how students should use artificial intelligence. Water Protection in SC: New research says half the water feeding the Edisto River may start in streams that lost federal protection, raising alarms for drinking water; local groups are urging faster wetland and stream protections. Local Housing Updates (Ninety Six): Ninety Six town leaders shared progress on three housing projects, including plans to start work soon on a development behind the Ninety Six Church of God and a proposal to convert the former Edgewood School into apartments for older residents. Wildlife Help (PAWS): PAWS Animal Wildlife Sanctuary is offering Saturday classes in Laurens on safely assisting baby squirrels and possums, plus a reminder that the right help can make the difference for injured young wildlife. Heat & Weather Pressure: South Carolina’s coast is under extreme heat advisories, with dangerously high feels-like temperatures pushing residents to take cooling and safety steps. Rail Spill Cleanup (Cross Hill): A CSX derailment near Cross Hill sent 17 railcars off the tracks and spilled plastic polymer; officials say cleanup is underway and there’s no confirmed environmental risk. Editorial: Gopher tortoises are losing habitat, with calls for stronger protections as development keeps shrinking their burrow homes.