Federal Real Estate: A federal advisory board is likely to recommend selling downtown Boston’s McCormack building, with Portland, Maine’s U.S. Custom House also in the mix—part of a broader push to cut federal office space and maintenance costs. Maine Housing & Infrastructure: The Jay data center fight is heating up: emails say Gov. Janet Mills’ office worked with the Jay project developer to line up “cover” for a veto of a statewide data center ban. Energy & Climate Pressure: A record power-demand surge hit the nation’s largest grid during extreme heat, underscoring how hotter summers and data-center growth strain electricity systems. Maine Business Risk Watch: Home inspectors warn Maine buyers to prioritize red flags like water intrusion, foundation movement, aging roofs, and messy electrical systems before closing. Food & Antitrust: The DOJ and 17 states reached settlements with major egg producers over alleged price-fixing, with $3.3M in penalties and 53 million eggs to be donated. Local Economy & Community: Robbins Lumber’s co-owner Alden Robbins died from injuries after the Searsmont mill fire and explosion, the latest toll in one of Maine’s worst industrial accidents. Conservation & Tourism: Alewives are making a major comeback in Maine rivers, driving festivals and local economic activity around the annual migration.