The Bureau of Land Management has pulled oil and gas leases in Nine Mile Canyon following months of controversy. The leases would have been part of the BLM’s first online auction at new site www.energynet.com that launches tomorrow, Tuesday, December 13th.
Month: December 2016
Community Urged to Remember the Elderly; Gift Donations Being Gathered
Christmas may be a magical time for many but for some it can be especially lonely and painful. A group of locals in Uintah County are doing their part to ease the loneliness of elderly community members this month by ensuring that each receive some gifts and necessities with the help of the Meals-on-wheels delivery team and the Golden Age Center.
Prepare Now for Winter Temperatures and Travel
While colder temperatures come as no surprise for December in the Basin, the lack of preparation by some does. Common sense and preparing for conditions could make or break your day if a problem comes up with your vehicle.
DWR Winter Range Patrols Underway
If you were thinking about slipping in some illegal hunting this winter you may want to think again. According to the Division of Wildlife Resources, conservation officers are focusing their efforts during the winter on the areas where deer congregate with a sole focus of catching poachers.
Keep Safety in Mind During Holiday Shopping
Ashley Regional Medical Center is offering some important tips to have a happy and safe Christmas. For younger children, avoid toys with small parts. Anything that can fit inside of a toilet paper roll can be choked on.
Economic Diversification a Slow but Important Process
While many are hopeful for economic recovery in the oil and gas industry, public officials realize the importance of diversifying the local economy. According to Senator Kevin VanTassell, transportation is among the biggest challenges in diversifying the economy.
Roosevelt City Council Approves Rate Increases
Roosevelt City Council met on Tuesday night and several rates of service were discussed and two were changed. The Council approved an increase in garbage rates due to the Blue Bench landfill rate increase by 25 percent.
Vernal City Council Approves Christmas Bonus
Vernal City Council approved a Christmas bonus for City employees during Wednesday’s City Council meeting. The Council discussed the budget and efforts made this year to cut back expenses and the group agreed to continue in the tradition of giving a Christmas bonus.
Luttrell Barn Given Extension on Demolition Deadline
A popular barn in Moffat County will live another day. As the deadline for demolition approached, community members hoping to save the Luttrell Barn were given renewed hope this week when the Moffat County Commission extended the deadline to next spring.
New Forest Supervisor for Ashley National Forest
The retirement of John Erickson from the Ashley National Forest Service means a new face has joined the local Forest Service team. Jeff Schramm reported for duty on December 5th to fill the position as Forest Supervisor.