Wildfire Recovery in the Inland Northwest: Eastern Washington’s Spokane area is reeling after fast-moving wildfires forced about 60,000 evacuations, destroyed 600+ homes and businesses, and left the region under emergency conditions as crews work to confirm no missing people. Agriculture vs. Clean Energy Siting: In Klickitat County, officials are drafting rules for solar and large battery storage on farmland, with a push toward agrivoltaics and limits meant to protect neighbors and prime agricultural land. Oregon Water & Food Safety: Oregon DEQ fined Salem’s Oregon Fruit Products $34,800 for discharging fruit-processing wastewater into Pringle Creek, killing aquatic life after a diversion valve failure and missed reporting/inspections. Next-Gen Farm Tech: A 13-year-old Beaverton student advanced a device that turns moisture from air into irrigation water, aiming to help drought-stressed farmers. Energy & Utilities Watch: Avista reported Q2 2026 results and reaffirmed 2026 utility earnings guidance. Nuclear Sector Move: Eagle Nuclear Energy was added to the Solactive uranium index, qualifying it for the Global X Uranium ETF. Local Industry & Community: Astoria’s Second Saturday Artwalk and the Astoria Regatta’s new dignitary lineup highlight ongoing regional business and tourism activity. Public Policy & Spectrum: The FCC finalized the timetable for its FM broadcast auction, setting up bidding in February 2027. Wildfire Heat Pressure: A broader heatwave across the West is raising wildfire risk, with dangerous temperatures and limited overnight relief.