Extreme Heat Watch: A major heat dome is building over the Northern Plains and Rockies, with Wyoming and nearby areas flirting with record highs and dangerous overnight temperatures—raising risks for heat illness, wildfire spread, and outdoor workers. Public Health & Safety: Health officials warn that heat exhaustion can escalate fast to heat stroke, urging frequent breaks, hydration, and extra care for older adults, kids, and people with chronic conditions. Cheyenne Water Contamination: Wyoming officials traced a rare bacterium (Cupriavidus gilardii) found in Cheyenne wastewater to a Meta data center contractor tied to “Project Cosmo,” prompting wastewater system shutdowns and remediation steps. Mental Health in the Community: Veterans in Casper are working to bring the “Silent Battle” sculpture to a permanent home to reduce stigma around PTSD and suicide. Local Health-Adjacent News: A Type-O blood shortage has left Wyoming’s largest blood supplier in urgent need of donors. Road Crash: A Teton Pass dump-truck crash killed two and injured four, shutting down the corridor for hours. Wyoming Politics & Health Claims: Debate continues over transparency and health-related claims involving Sen. Mitch McConnell, with Wyoming’s Sen. John Barrasso named among GOP leaders who spoke with him.