Wildfire/Storm Impacts: A severe storm system battered parts of Oregon, with Harney County seeing damaging winds up to 80 mph and tennis-ball hail, plus power outages in Warm Springs—reminding Oklahomans to watch for debris and downed lines after big weather. Climate & Risk: A new Verisk report says roof losses are getting more expensive and less predictable, with residential replacement costs up 33% in 2025 and repair costs up 25%, driven by wind-and-hail claims even below major disaster thresholds. Energy & Buildings: Oklahoma geothermal industry veteran John Bailey received an IGSHPA Ambassador Award, highlighting continued momentum for ground-source heat pumps. Water & Public Health: Boil orders were issued in Oklahoma communities after E. coli detections, including Clarita and Olney, underscoring ongoing water-safety monitoring needs. Local Heritage: The Haywood Estate Museum project in Oklahoma City won a $25,000 Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant to restore and interpret early 20th-century African American healthcare and education history. Wildlife & Safety: USPS data shows dog attacks on mail carriers remain a serious issue nationwide, with Oklahoma City among the cities reporting high incident counts—another reminder to keep pets secured. Civic Life: Oklahoma’s 2024 general election turnout hit 53%, with advocates pointing to barriers like registration rules and voter apathy.