Colorado River Water Crisis: Lake Mead hit 1,040.4 feet—its lowest level since it was filled about 90 years ago—after a worst-on-record snowpack and failed long-term sharing talks; Wyoming is among the states affected. Colorado River Fish vs. Power: Federal officials say no “cool water” releases from Glen Canyon Dam this year to protect the threatened humpback chub, citing hydropower concerns. Wyoming Research & Agriculture: UW researchers helped produce a major Science study using bison genomes from across North America, finding limited cattle ancestry in modern herds and mapping how bison changed over 20,000 years. Mining & Business: A Wall Street veteran launched Junior Mining Media Group to boost retail awareness of mining for investors under 50. Public Health: Panhandle Public Health District in Nebraska adopted local rules to run public swimming pool inspections after state authority shifted to local governments. Wyoming Energy/Defense: Work began on Sentinel missile communication fiber corridors in Nebraska, with Wyoming’s F.E. Warren Air Force Base among key personnel. UW Budget: UW’s Board of Trustees biennium budget committee advanced major requests, including capital construction priorities and scholarship funding. Food Safety: Salmonella linked to imported Mexican jalapeños has sickened 345 people across 27 states, prompting recalls tied to restaurant chains. Wyoming Community & Culture: The Brinton Museum in Sheridan announced a new William Gollings exhibit, running Aug. 14–Dec. 21.