Wildfire Health Watch: Montana officials warn wildfire smoke can create ground-level ozone, adding hidden strain on lungs—especially for kids and other sensitive groups. Public Safety & Mobility: Great Falls Public Schools is banning e-bikes and e-scooters on school property starting Aug. 26, citing safety and theft concerns. Wildlife Management: Montana FWP set a statewide wolf harvest quota of 300 for the upcoming season, down from 452 last year, while continuing to refine how wolves are counted. Infectious Disease: West Nile virus has been detected in Montana after two positive mosquito pools in Roosevelt County; officials say no human cases have been reported yet. Foodborne Illness: Cyclosporiasis cases tied to recalled produce appear to be trending down nationally, but health officials still urge caution with fresh foods. Healthcare Access: Montana’s Crisis Now model expands 988 and mobile crisis response teams to de-escalate mental health emergencies and reduce ER and jail use. Federal Policy Impact: The USDA’s push to rescind the Roadless Rule could reshape wildfire management and logging across millions of acres, with major implications for Montana’s forests and watersheds. Local Health System: Intermountain Health named Scott Peek as regional president for the Peaks Region, overseeing operations across Colorado and surrounding states including Montana. Community Budgeting: Polson approved a $11.18M revenue, $12.49M spending budget that includes funding tied to employee health insurance and public safety.