Month: July 2017

Crooks are working to scam locals any way they can manage. The use of fake bills has increased in the Vernal area and anyone accepting cash for payment is urged to pay attention. The rodeo concession stands and the Hit Run Score fundraiser were reportedly both hit by the use of fake $100 dollar bills, among other places around town. Vernal City Police is investigating the cases, shares Vernal City Assistant Police Chief Keith Campbell, and confirms that fake $100 dollar bills were used at the rodeo. The Vernal City Police Department cautions businesses to be diligent and report any suspicious bills. 

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office reports that their deputies and detectives have seen an increase in theft and burglary calls in recent months. “Since April 1st we have responded to 46 theft or burglary complaints in communities throughout the county,” shares the announcement, “including 10 cases where a vehicle was stolen.” Some of the items were stolen from unlocked homes, buildings, or vehicles. “We are encouraging people to be vigilant about locking their doors and securing their property,” shares Lt. Jeremy Curry. “Some people think their stuff is already gone, so why bother reporting it. We need them to report it to us immediately. It helps us connect theft and burglary cases when we make an arrest, and helps us identify stolen property when we search a suspect’s home.” It is also recommended that people take photos of valuables and record serial numbers or identifying marks. The photos can be used to prove ownership and have property returned in the case of theft.

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge McKay Lucero issued a ruling on Tuesday in the latest appeal over the death of Ute Tribe member Todd Murray. Todd Murray was a passenger in a high speed chase in 2007 that ended within the Ute reservation.

Since the beginning of June, kids have been seen walking to and from Ashley Elementary School in Vernal and Naples Elementary School in Naples for a very good reason, to fill their bellies

Pieces are being put into place for a Roosevelt City sewer line project to move forward. The Roosevelt City Council approved Jones and DeMille Engineering for the Hancock Cove sewer line project at their last meeting.