Infrastructure Finance: Butler County approved a plan to borrow a little more than $9 million to fund five infrastructure projects via the Butler County Infrastructure Bank, with money expected to flow to three municipalities by year-end and work starting next year. Agriculture Risk Management: USDA’s Risk Management Agency will expand crop insurance options for forage producers in 12 states, including Pennsylvania, starting with the 2027 crop year, replacing Actual Production History coverage in select counties. Retail & Competition: Kroger announced a $1.65 billion deal to acquire Giant Eagle, setting up store divestitures to win regulatory clearance and reshape grocery competition across Pennsylvania and neighboring states. Energy & Consumer Pricing: The White House says the first “Freedom Fuel” station opened in Philadelphia at $3.47 a gallon, part of a 25-station discounted network in the greater Philly area. Public Safety & Regulation: Pennsylvania Game Commission modified elk management zones and added an October rifle season; 155 elk tags are available, with the July 12 application deadline approaching. Consumer Protection: Pennsylvania Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced a $45 million multistate settlement with Block over Cash App fraud and misleading claims about protections.