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Ute Tribe Business Committee Hosts Large Treaty Tribes Coalition Meeting
The Ute Indian Tribe Business Committee hosted a meeting between the Large Treaty Tribes Coalition earlier this month with the meeting taking place in Fort Hall, Idaho.
‘One Last Hot Day!’ With Near Record Temperatures Expected
National Weather Service has made perhaps the most exciting announcement of the summer: the high heat is nearly over. Today, August 21st, has been labeled “One Last Hot Day!”
Harmful Algal Blooms Present At Calder Reservoir And Matt Warner Reservoir
TriCounty Health Department has announced that Harmful Algal Blooms are present in two waterbodies in northeastern Utah. HABs at Calder Reservoir and Matt Warner Reservoir can make humans and animals sick.
‘The Secret Of Skinwalker Ranch’ Approved For Film Incentives
The Utah Film Commission announced the Utah Board of Tourism Development’s approval of three new productions for state film incentives. Season 8 of The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch is one of them.
Justice Court Judge Vacancy Announced For Duchesne County
Utah Courts announced on Wednesday a Justice Court vacancy in Duchesne County. The successful candidate will replace Judge E. Jed Labrum following his resignation.
Limited Services At Cedar Springs Boat Ramp On Flaming Gorge
Ashley National Forest announced on Wednesday that due to ongoing drought conditions in Flaming Gorge, Cedar Springs Boat Ramp will have limited services. The flush restrooms and fish cleaning station are closed.
Community Spotlight
Congratulations to Hayzel Tapoof
Local royalty are always busy serving and representing our area so well with the latest example of this being Hayzel Tapoof. Hayzel was crowned Native American Events Princess over the weekend at the 13th Annual Celebration of the People Powwow in West Valley City. Hayzel served as Miss Uintah High Native American Princess last school year. Congratulations Hayzel Tapoof, this year’s Native American Events Princess!
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