Data Center Costs: A bipartisan House push, the Ratepayer Protection Act, would require state utility regulators to make data centers cover the full incremental cost of grid upgrades—aimed at stopping electricity bill spikes tied to AI demand. Colorado Education Policy: The Colorado State Board heard charter appeals, including sending MESA K-8 back to Jeffco for reconsideration, while also moving on rules tied to homeschool programs and special education funding. Local Business Growth: Loveland’s Sweet Heart Winery is moving into a Windsor location (RainDance), expanding its wine and hard cider footprint. HOA/Construction Services: Denver painting firm Harmony Painting released a 2027 HOA repainting checklist covering condition assessments, color approvals, project sequencing, and resident communication. Tech/Healthcare Finance: Archy, an AI-backed dental practice admin platform, raised $50M to expand its cloud workflow for scheduling, claims, and payments. Real Estate Platforms: Riv Buys Properties says it’s building a nine-state seller-support platform with “Knowledge Universes” for complex transitions like probate and inherited property. Energy/Water Governance: Imperial Irrigation District’s board agenda includes a large load tariff, water conservation plan updates, and Colorado River contractor forbearance discussions.