Wildfire Watch: The lightning-caused Moonshine Fire in the Laramie Range has surged to about 4,869 acres, with evacuations ordered for the Bookout Ranch area and crews coordinating across multiple agencies as wind and dry conditions drive growth. Public Lands & Water: A push to rescind the Roadless Rule is framed as a threat to drinking-water protection and wildlife habitat, with supporters warning that new road building could increase sediment and pollution in streams. Wyoming Energy Planning: The Wyoming Energy Authority has hired Energy Strategies to lead a statewide electricity transmission planning study, citing future demand and data center growth as key reasons to map constraints and infrastructure gaps. Research & Climate Science: UW received a $14.8M NSF grant to operate and maintain a new King Air atmospheric research aircraft, supporting instrument work and atmospheric studies through 2031. Air Quality Research: A multi-university Salt Lake City Summer Ozone Study collected field data to help policymakers tackle ozone problems in Utah and inform the broader Mountain West. Local Infrastructure: Cheyenne’s Board of Public Utilities plans a six-week water main replacement starting next week, with a westbound East 19th Street lane closure from Rayor to Albany. Outdoor Safety: A missing Idaho Falls man and his dog were found alive after a weeklong search in Wyoming mountains. Wildlife Safety Reminder: A bear-sighting advisory highlights an often-missed clue—scratches and rubbing marks on trees—urging hikers to stay alert and know what to do if they encounter bears.