Harmful Algal Bloom Alert: Nevada State Parks has banned swimming for visitors and pets on the Silver Springs side of Lahontan Reservoir after toxin levels tied to a harmful algal bloom spiked to about 25,000 micrograms per liter—well above the 2,000 ug/L threshold—while camping and boating remain open. Public Input on Power Costs: Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford is asking ratepayers to weigh in online on NV Energy’s Integrated Resource Plan, including how data centers could affect affordability, reliability, and new generation projects. Extreme Heat Watch: The U.S. just logged its hottest summer on record, with NOAA reporting record-breaking temperatures across June–August—an issue that can worsen drought and strain infrastructure. Wildfire Recovery Cleanup: Washoe County is laying out a phased cleanup plan for properties hit by the Hawk, Bug, and Stallion fires, starting with hazardous waste removal. Water Infrastructure Update: Grand Canyon officials say repairs to the Transcanyon Waterline should restore a reliable water supply in weeks, not months, after the Aug. 29 flash flood. El Niño Ripple Effects: Colombia’s El Niño drought is pushing food prices up sharply as water shortages and forest fires disrupt crop supplies. Local Environment & Community: Nevada County Arts & Culture announced mini-grant awardees for small, community-centered projects across the Truckee region. Wildlife & Habitat: Researchers are calling for “marine rewilding” to actively restore ocean food webs and resilience, not just protect areas.