Sweetwater County Elections: After the primary, Island Richards, Robb Slaughter and Keaton West are set to appear on the Sweetwater County Commission ballot for the Nov. 8 general election, with three open seats driving a crowded local race. Local Civic Engagement: The League of Women Voters of Wyoming is pushing election resources in Sweetwater County, emphasizing nonpartisan voter education and registration after the group’s statewide transition following Linda Barton’s death. School Board Deadline: Rock Springs residents have until 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 2 to submit letters of interest for the Sweetwater County School District #1 Board of Trustees vacancy created by Chad Franks’ June 15 resignation. Wyoming Courts & Abortion: Wyoming’s anti-abortion lawmakers are facing renewed pushback after a judge struck down multiple 2025 restrictions, with House Speaker Chip Neiman arguing the legislature will keep going despite court rulings. Water & Tribes: A major Colorado River tribal water settlement is being blocked by neighboring states, including Wyoming, as Upper Basin states raise concerns about how the deal affects state rights and interests. Wyoming Appointments: Gov. Mark Gordon appointed Thayne LeRoy Peterson to the Third Judicial District circuit court seat in Uinta County. Public Lands & Wildlife: Gordon designated the Sublette Antelope Migration Corridor, adding future development guidance and activity limits to protect pronghorn and mule deer movement.