Heat Safety: Alabama is bracing for dangerous heat and humidity with heat indexes forecast to top 109, and officials are reminding pet owners that dogs can develop heat illness quickly—especially when humidity blocks cooling. Energy Assistance: Gov. Kay Ivey announced $6.3M in weatherization grants to cut energy bills for low-income households, with extra focus on seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children. Food Access: Jackson County Schools will distribute free food boxes June 29 for registered students (pre-K through 12th grade), with pickup at Kevin Duke’s Career and Innovation Academy. Public Health & Food Alerts: The USDA issued a public health alert for raw boneless chicken breast products sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer in multiple states, including Alabama, due to an undeclared allergen. Local Health Care Stability: Jackson Hospital in Montgomery postponed a decision on possible closure, extending time for leaders to pursue options while the hospital’s financial crisis remains unresolved. Mental Health Care: Cullman’s SOAR Counseling & Consulting was named a 2026 Best of Alabama winner for therapy and counseling services. Child Health Outreach: An Enterprise pediatrician is using a social media series to share timely health updates for parents and reduce misinformation-driven fear. Cancer Care Access: A St. Clair County father is seeking help after Medicaid denied a request for lifesaving surgery for his 17-year-old daughter with aggressive bone cancer.