Utah Federal Land Overhaul: President Trump signed orders shrinking Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante by about 3 million acres, cutting Bears Ears to ~121,100 acres and Grand Staircase-Escalante to ~181,500, a move Utah leaders say boosts grazing, logging, motorized recreation, and mining—while conservationists and tribes warn it collides with cultural heritage and sets up legal fights. Water & Power Pressure: With Lake Mead at ~27% full and Lake Powell ~23%, Colorado River managers are weighing new conservation options that could affect hydropower and regional water reliability. Data Center vs. Conservation: Utah’s Stratos Project debate is heating up near Great Salt Lake, as developers pitch a 9-gigawatt data center and jobs while opponents warn about land and water strain. Local Infrastructure: Ogden is draining Pineview Reservoir to replace a leaking drinking-water pipeline, dropping visible levels during the drought. Tech & Education: Western Governors University plans a Salt Lake City headquarters buildout and expanded regional offices, including D.C., to deepen industry and policy ties. Business & Health: BYU added a Utah-based Entrata jersey patch sponsor; and AHA named SSM Health CEO Laura Kaiser chair-elect designate. Energy & Shipping Costs: U.S.-Iran escalation around the Strait of Hormuz is pushing Brent higher and renewing debate over shipping rules like the Jones Act waiver. Public Safety: A wildfire-fighting helicopter crash in Colorado killed a pilot, underscoring ongoing risks in Western fire seasons.