Wyoming Library Spotlight: Goshen County Library in Torrington was named the Best Small Library in America by Library Journal, with the award crediting community support and expanded programming after schools shifted to a four-day week. Energy & Growth Watch: In Logan, the Municipal Council tabled a workshop on proposed electric rate hikes while residents pressed concerns tied to data-center impacts; the city’s utility is seeking about a 2.5% overall increase starting Sept. 1 and is developing a separate framework for very large loads under a 180-day moratorium. Hemp Policy Push: South Dakota AG Marty Jackley joined a bipartisan coalition urging Congress to keep the November 2025 federal hemp definition in place, warning that reopening loopholes could boost youth access to intoxicating hemp products. Colorado River Uncertainty: A new federal Colorado River framework sets broad limits but leaves operating rules to be revisited every two years, raising planning risk for water agencies and potentially steepening cuts for Lower Basin states. Banking Leadership: Hilltop Bank announced CEO Greg Dixson will retire after 11 years, with COO Darren Cantlay set to succeed him. Wyoming Economy & Jobs: Sheridan/Johnson County unemployment rates fell in June, while Wyoming’s license taxes collections hit $212.8 million in 2024. Uranium Development: Strathmore Plus Uranium said it will prioritize its Agate project in Wyoming’s Shirley Basin, postponing exploratory work at Beaver Rim as it advances permitting and field studies. Community & Business Life: Pinedale’s free Soundcheck Summer Music Series continues into August with two concerts.