Suicide Prevention: Yellowstone County’s Suicide Prevention Coalition will host its annual conference Sept. 10 in Billings, “Beyond Stigma: A Future of Hope and Healing,” featuring Johns Hopkins and NAMI Montana leaders plus practical sessions and scholarships. Politics & Community: Alani Bankhead says she’s “dug in” for Montana’s U.S. Senate race despite pressure from some Democrats to step aside, framing the fight around outside “dark money” and party unity. Courts & Daily Life: A federal appeals court struck down Biden-era efficiency rules for gas and electric stoves and ovens, a decision that directly affects Montana and other states and could reshape appliance regulation nationwide. Immigration Enforcement: DHS is scrapping plans for a mega ICE detention center in Socorro and shifting strategy toward using existing detention space while selling warehouses near El Paso. Education Leadership: Dickinson State University named Amy Grinsteinner dean of its School of Education for 2026-27, following Joan Aus’s return to faculty. Culture & Local Events: Butte’s Covellite kicks off a busy week with Open Mic Night and multiple music/art events, while Livingston and other towns keep summer energy going with live shows and community gatherings. Health & Safety: Billings Clinic reverified as a Level I Trauma Center through 2029, reinforcing regional emergency care capacity. Wildfire Impact: The Sand Creek Fire has destroyed much of Maverick Mountain’s ski area near Dillon, with damage still being assessed. Food Safety: A Salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños has expanded, triggering downstream recalls that now include Montana. Local Business: Whitefish’s Wasabi Sushi Bar has permanently closed, adding to Montana’s ongoing wave of restaurant losses.