Energy & Water Infrastructure: Snowmass Village and partners plan to enhance Ziegler Reservoir in Summer 2027, adding 40 million gallons to bolster drought resilience and support snowmaking. Wildfire Readiness: Summit County and the White River National Forest loosen to Stage 1 fire restrictions, allowing campfires only in approved metal/concrete fire pits at developed sites. Local Energy Costs: Rio Grande County saw the week’s lowest regular gas price at $4.18 per gallon (GasBuddy), while Colorado’s statewide average also eased. Geothermal Push: A new op-ed argues Trump’s geothermal push could expand beyond today’s small U.S. footprint, with oilfield know-how eyed for drilling and scaling. Agriculture: Colorado apple and pumpkin picking faces fallout from hail, freezes, and heat swings that shortened harvest windows and damaged crops. Public Safety at the Border: Mexican authorities arrested a U.S. citizen near the Arizona border with 5,400 rounds of ammunition tied to the Sinaloa Cartel. Sports & Business Tie-In: Colorado’s NFL betting promos keep rolling as Week 1 starts, with Kalshi, Polymarket, Fanatics, and BetMGM offering sign-up bonuses.