Health Policy: Trump says nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states, including Oregon, will get $500 Obamacare refunds tied to alleged federal “user fee” overcharges from the Biden era. Wildlife & Forestry: After the Fox Fire burned 79,000 acres in eastern Baker County, Oregon wildlife officials warn deer, elk and bighorn sheep could face serious dieoffs depending on fall rain and winter severity. Food & Agriculture: Japanese millers toured Pacific Northwest wheat fields and export systems in Portland and Washington to assess the 2026 crop and supply chain. Craft Beer & Retail: Hop Valley Brewing is returning to downtown Eugene with a new pub at 5th Street Public Market, featuring the Ducks’ licensed Dang Green IPA. Energy & Local Government: Portland City Council will vote on a measure to block secret NDAs with data center developers, citing rising electricity use and higher utility bills. Defense & Military: Oregon National Guard redesignated a battalion from heavy armor to a mobile infantry model built around Infantry Squad Vehicles and drones. Trade & Industry: An American miner signed a Rwanda tungsten deal aimed at building a Western-aligned supply chain outside China. Business & Labor: A Boeing union contract offer is back on the table after a rejected August proposal. Sports & Oregon Economy: Oregon’s Week 2 football shock loss to Oklahoma State is driving fresh attention to the state’s college sports recruiting and fan spending.