USPS Rural Service Strain: Rural South Dakota residents say USPS changes are pushing them toward private shipping as delivery gets less frequent and processing shifts. DOJ Probe Spotlight: Gov. Gavin Newsom says the DOJ is investigating his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, by seeking records tied to her taxes and nonprofits. Montana Water Under Pressure: Drought is drying wells and tightening options for drilling and water rights, with Fairfield residents feeling the pinch. Madison Aquifer Fight: Pondera County joined a lawsuit challenging an EPA decision that could allow industrial wastewater disposal tied to the Madison Aquifer. Land Board Moves: Montana’s Land Board approved the Gianfortes’ donation of the historic Hauser Mansion as the next official governor’s residence. Local Governance & Energy: Missoula, Bozeman, and NorthWestern Energy are working on a voluntary “Green Power Program” for carbon-free electricity. Billings Fiber Fallout: Residents report damage from fiber optic installations, including gas line strikes and cut sprinkler lines. Politics on Campus: Alani Bankhead says she won’t drop out of the Senate race and calls on independent Seth Bodnar to exit. Public Safety: Helena firefighters contained a Mt. Helena fire; officials ask residents to stay away and avoid drones. Sports & Culture: Montana’s Sean O’Malley headlines UFC coverage tied to a White House event, while Montana chefs and designers rack up national recognition.