Sierra Vista residents who tried to halt a new solar farm project faced disappointment this week. At the same time, devotees of corporate coffee drive-thru options found plenty to cheer about, underscoring vastly different fortunes in one Arizona community.

Wyoming lawmakers are expected to reveal how they might tackle K-12 school funding challenges, especially regarding extracurricular activities. Meanwhile, a local hotel is drawing attention to its Premier Suites, adding a hospitality note to the community’s latest happenings.