Data Center Transparency: Utah State Auditor launched “Transparent Utah,” a new MIDA dashboard aimed at answering public questions about the Military Installation Development Authority’s role in the proposed Stratos AI data center in Box Elder County. Local Governance: Box Elder County foes say they’ll appeal the denial of referendum applications after the county attorney ruled the requests weren’t legally referable, keeping pressure on how local decisions get made. Energy & Nuclear: Green River’s long-stalled nuclear plan is moving again, shifting toward small modular reactors via a new partnership involving Fulcrum Point Holdings and Holtec International. Infrastructure & Power: Utah’s “bottom-up” clean energy push continues as more communities weigh joining the Utah Renewable Communities program, while Coalville voted to stay out over opt-out and rate concerns. Construction & Building Tech: HydroBlok says testing now supports direct-to-stud installation for its HB One Backer CI system, targeting reduced wall assembly complexity. Public Safety: A 3.1 quake hit northern Box Elder County near the proposed data center campus site, adding to an already tense local debate. Defense Industry: Janicki Industries highlighted F-35 maintenance expansion near Hill Air Force Base, citing new funding and jobs growth. Housing & Finance: Mortgage rates rose again to 6.53% for 30-year fixed loans, while pending home sales fell for a second week.