Wyoming Economy Watch: The state’s August 2026 Wyoming Insight shows oil prices rising while natural gas stays under $3, and sales and use tax collections jumping to $94.3 million (+16.9% year over year), with mining driving the biggest gains. Game & Fish Funding: Wyoming Game and Fish leaders kept pushing for more money as a legislative committee weighed options to close an inflation-driven gap, with discussion centered on how license revenue and federal aid/grants fit into the 2027 outlook. Higher Ed Pathways: Western Wyoming College and the University of Wyoming launched an Express Transfer Agreement to map a smoother associate-to-bachelor route, with advising and early UW connections starting from a student’s first semester. University Leadership: UW President Shane Reeves delivered his first State of the University address, highlighting advancement priorities amid enrollment pressures and the growing role of AI in education. Energy & Industry: Enbridge announced a $2.55 billion deal to buy Tallgrass’s crude oil business, including Wyoming storage assets, as the company expands its U.S. footprint. Local Planning: Cheyenne’s Planning Commission denied rezoning requests tied to two proposed data center projects, citing concerns about fit for the area and buffers to nearby homes. Wildlife & Conservation: Two conservation groups sued the Bureau of Land Management over Colorado and Wyoming oil and gas lease approvals, arguing the agency failed to properly consider impacts to wildlife and migration corridors.