A Rock Springs man is going to trial over a range of domestic violence offenses. According to the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office, 29-year-old Allen James Hendrickson was arrested on June 2nd on a warrant charging him with Strangulation of a Household Member, two counts of Domestic Battery, two counts of False Imprisonment, and Unlawful Contact Without Bodily Injury.
Month: June 2017
Give Em’ Health: Beat the Heat
Heat related deaths and illness are preventable and TriCounty Health is urging the community to make safety a top priority this summer. According to TriCounty Health Director Jordan Mathis, drinking water is crucial during the summer heat.
Dead Dog Fire Slowly Gaining Containment; Hunter Fire Contained
The Dead Dog Fire in western Colorado is slowly gaining containment. An update on Thursday reports that the fire is 60 percent contained and remains at 17,731 acres in size. 88.4 percent of the Dead Dog Fire is on BLM lands, 7.2 percent is on private lands in Rio Blanco County, 3.2 percent is on state lands, and 1.2 percent is on private lands in Moffat County.
Double Shooting Victims Remain in Serious Condition
The victims in a double shooting on June 8th remain in serious condition, one of which is waiting for reconstructive surgery. Details from the shooting are available in court documents that indicate when deputies arrived on the scene the shooter, Jayson Dean, was laying face down in the roadway surrounded by people who came to assist after hearing shots fired.
Agreement Reached on Airport Bill
An agreement has been reached on a bill from 2016 associated with the Vernal Airport project. Last summer the FAA put a temporary halt on the airport runway project when it was learned that wetland mitigation requirements were not fully complete.
Sheriff Norton Update on 3 Missing Men
The search for three missing Vernal men continues with law enforcement pursuing all leads and angles. 29-year-old Jacob Douglas Tilt, 33-year-old Robert Alan Spoon, and 33-year-old Jason Ralph Tilt were reported missing on Friday, May 26th after having last been seen Monday evening, May 22nd.
Roosevelt Red Mud Run a Dirty Good Time
A Roosevelt event in its 5th year is expected to draw in a crowd on the 4th of July. The annual Red Mud Run started in 2013 and has grown in popularity each year since. “This is a really fun event even to just come and watch,” shares Roosevelt City Manager Ryan Snow. “We get people attending from all over the state.
Monument to Host Josie’s Cabin Event
It doesn’t take long for newcomers to the area to hear the name of Josie Morris and tales of her life at the cabin. In fact, Josie’s cabin is a favorite spot for a picnic, hike or adventure, especially during the summer time. If you have yet to experience the magic of Josie’s cabin or if your family is ready for another visit, plan to attend the Josie’s Cabin open house this Saturday, June 17th, between 10am and 2pm
Commission Approves Leland Bench Items During Monday Meeting
The Uintah County Commission made approvals during Monday’s meeting to see projects progress on Leland Bench/Woods Road. The Woods Road project is in progress with crews at work starting at the east end and heading west, shares Uintah County Commissioner Duane Shepherd.
Dead Dog Fire Triples in Size, 10 Percent Contained
The Dead Dog Fire in western Colorado is estimated at over 17,700 acres as of Wednesday morning and is 10 percent contained. On Tuesday, the fire was most active on the eastern portion with air resources working to assist ground crews to limit growth and were effective at protecting critical infrastructure.