Public Safety & Fire Code: Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly signed an order creating a Governor’s Uniform Fire Code Task Force to modernize the state’s outdated fire rules, aligning them with national safety standards and updating enforcement, training, and implementation. Heat Preparedness: With extreme heat and July 4th conditions building, Kansas EMS and fire officials are urging hydration, lighter clothing, and safer fireworks handling to prevent heat illness and burns. Ag & Input Costs: The Trump administration temporarily suspended 16–17% duties on Moroccan phosphate fertilizer, citing food-supply threats—aimed at lowering farm input costs. Kansas Agriculture Spotlight: The Kansas Department of Agriculture opened its annual photo contest, inviting entries that showcase farm life across four seasons, plus youth and short video categories. Energy & Permitting: Dickinson County planning and zoning is set to recommend extending a moratorium on commercial solar and other large-scale renewables, while data centers are still being debated for a separate approach. Local Crime: Rice County reported a rural Sterling shooting with one hospitalized and a suspect in custody; Barton County also detailed a domestic violence case involving a vehicle chase and rape allegation. World Cup Local Flavor: Kansas City’s Colombian community is organizing around the Round of 32 match, with fans expected to rally in the metro.