SNAP Update: Lawmakers are pushing to let shoppers buy hot rotisserie chicken with federal food benefits, a change that would expand what’s eligible at the point of sale. Wildlife & Conservation: Four three-year-old cheetah brothers have moved to the Little Rock Zoo, with officials saying the setup supports natural social behavior and long-term genetic health. Research Spotlight: UNL researchers are drawing national attention for work on how microplastics and nanoparticles can be released from plastic when microwaved, after a Washington Post reporter visited UNL and UNO labs. Public Lands & Habitat: Experts warn the U.S. has lost about half of its historic grasslands, with tallgrass prairies largely gone, threatening biodiversity and wildlife. Nebraska Water & Waste: Nebraska DWEE is accepting 2027 grant applications (waste reduction, litter reduction, and scrap tires) from June 24 to Aug. 5. Wildfire Watch: South Fork Fire updates report 80% containment and about 39,057 acres burned, with continued safety messaging for closures and evacuation status. Urban Nature: Omaha’s riverfront green space is adding pollinator habitat, including bird/bee boxes and insect motels, plus efforts to reintroduce disease-resistant elms. Outdoor Access: Nebraska Game and Parks is expanding its Open Fields and Waters Program, paying landowners for public walk-in hunting and fishing access.