The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce has named Uintah County Commissioner Mark Raymond as the recipient of the Quarterly Outstanding Public Service Award.
Month: August 2016
Numbers Up For Duchesne County Fair Livestock Show
Numbers are up for the Duchesne County Fair Livestock show. According to 4-H Extension Coordinator Troy Cooper, there are 315 livestock exhibitors made up of 46 market beef, 117 market lambs, and 170 market hogs.
More Positive West Nile Mosquito Pools in Uintah County
TriCounty Health Department announced on Wednesday that Uintah County has three more positive West Nile Virus mosquito pools, and these ones are getting a little too close for comfort.
Vernal Man Enters Guilty Plea for Sexual Abuse
A Vernal man entered a guilty plea in 8th District Court this week to second-degree felony Forcible Sexual Abuse.
Ute Tribal Business Committee Statement on Circuit Court Ruling
The Ute Tribal Business Committee issued a statement following the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling on Tuesday that confirmed tribal jurisdiction within Myton townsite lands.
Josie’s Cabin Open House
Josie and her cabin are inseparable in the minds of many Basin-ites, springing up memories of traveling to the end of Cub Creek Road in Dinosaur National Monument. The toughest woman in the wild west, Josie Bassett Morris and her famous homestead will be the focus of an open house event this Saturday.
DUP Invites International Visitor
Thursday will be a special day for the local Daughters of Utah Pioneers(or DUP) organization. International DUP President Maurine Smith is visiting the Basin and will participate in the rededication of two historical markers in Uintah County.
Repairs Planned for Aggie Blvd
The Uintah Transportation Special Service District has been reviewing bids for repair on a section of Aggie Blvd near the college campuses. According Chairman of the Uintah Transportation Special Service District Duane Shepherd, cracks in the road north of the Aggie bull statue were spotted, indicating water leaking beneath the roadway.
Red Fleet Renovation
Red Fleet State Park will be getting a facelift next year thanks to a grant from the State Parks. According to Park Manager Mike Murray, a 2 million dollar grant will be used for the renovation effort that is scheduled to begin construction next spring.
LEPC Meeting in Duchesne County
Questar Gas took the lead on Tuesday during Duchesne County’s Local Emergency Planning Committee(or LEPC) meeting. On a monthly basis, local county and business leaders meet in training for and collaborating during potential emergencies.