Royals Stadium Deal Moves Forward: Kansas City Council approved key agreements for a new Royals stadium at Hallmark’s Crown Center, clearing a major hurdle toward a project aimed to be reality by March 2030, with a separate rezoning vote still ahead. Energy Rebates Roll Out: Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources selected BDO Government Services to deliver more than $151 million in federal Home Energy Rebates, including whole-home efficiency upgrades and heat-pump rebates for eligible households. Industrial Real Estate Investment: Morgan Stanley Investment Management bought the Ace Hardware supply center at KCI 29 Logistics Park, signaling continued institutional interest in Kansas City’s distribution market. Retail Expansion: Chipotle plans a new north Springfield location by the end of 2026, adding to its growing local footprint. Local Business & Jobs: Saia named 2026 scholarship recipients, awarding $75,000 total to students tied to employees and dependents. Public Safety & Infrastructure: A Liberty battery storage facility vote was delayed to October after Gridstor requested postponement amid neighborhood concerns. Health Watch: The jalapeño-linked Salmonella outbreak grew to 431 illnesses across 32 states, with hospitalizations rising to 57. Fraud & Consumer Risk: BBB Scam Tracker reported Missouri cities including Montgomery City and others with scam losses in July, underscoring ongoing fraud pressure.