Federal sentencing: Two Clearfield men, Clint Addleman and Kris Nevling, were sentenced to life in prison for a targeted bombing that killed Shanna Carlson, tied to a drug debt, in a case prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Local government: Mars unveiled its new welcome sign at Grand Avenue and Irvine Street, with student-designed artwork from Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School and two more signs planned for other corridors. State funding for schools: Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration announced $52.6M in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grants for 42 Northeast Pennsylvania projects, including $2.4M for Northern Tioga to upgrade athletic facilities. Sports betting policy: A Pennsylvania commission recommends stricter limits to curb problem gambling, including restrictions aimed at microbets and VIP-style promotions, as lawmakers consider new proposals. Elections: Butler County begins mailing about 6,000 mail-in and absentee ballots for the Aug. 18 PA House District 12 special election; testing found no voting equipment anomalies. Higher ed funding: Pennsylvania’s new budget keeps community colleges and PASSHE flat again, despite rising costs, renewing pressure for more investment. Data center backlash: Brookville Borough council members pressed for answers on data centers after meeting with state and federal officials, emphasizing concerns about local impacts and the push for moratorium “teeth.” Public safety mentorship: Pennsylvania State Police and Lehigh University wrestlers mentored high school athletes at “Grappling with the Law” in Catasauqua, mixing training with career outreach.