Alcohol was a factor in a head on fatal crash on I-70 Sunday night caused by a Roosevelt woman. According to the Colorado State Patrol, 57-year-old Sarah Hartman was driving westbound in the eastbound lanes of I-70 when her Ford Taurus hit head-on with a Chevy Impala driven by a Fruita woman near mile marker 38.
Month: July 2017
Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs Area Littered with Fireworks Caused Fires
Dry grass and fireworks do not mix. According to Sweetwater County Fire Warden Mike Bournazian, fireworks were the cause of multiple fires on Flaming Gorge and the south Green River on Monday.
Ex-Daggett Deputies and Sheriff Case Moved to Summit County
A judge has moved the cases of the five men charged in the Daggett County Jail abuse scandal to Summit County. 4 deputies including the previous jail commander are alleged to have known about or used Tasers on inmates and in one case used inmates as test dummies during the training of K-9 dogs that resulted in injury.
Roosevelt Couple Arrested for Stealing and Selling Stolen Antiques
If your home, farm or property in Duchesne or Uintah Counties have had items go missing recently, the thieves behind it may now be behind bars. According to the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office, 35-year-old Travis Kirk Cook and 29-year-old Shalae Jensen Cook are facing charges after detectives searched their home and located a cache of stolen antiques and memorabilia.
Utah Highway Patrol Call for Safety on State Roads
The Utah Highway Patrol is urging safety on Utah roads with the release of their roads report on July 3rd. UHP has investigated 63 traffic deaths so far which is only one less than the same time frame in 2016.
Ashley National Forest Urges Caution during July Fire Danger
Ashley National Forest has a clear message for all Forest visitors. Fireworks are not allowed anywhere on the Forest. Additionally, it is crucial that all visitors be careful with fire and ensure that campfires are dead-out before leaving campsites.
Rodeo Van Resurrected After Nearly 20 Years
Nearly two decades ago a staple for rodeo week was put into storage and practically forgotten but this year it’s back in full glory. The rodeo van was purchased by the Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo committee back in the 80’s and was used in parades and around town to market the annual event to locals.
Shooting Incident in Craig
A shooting incident took place on Yampa Avenue in Craig on Monday morning. According to Craig Police, a person was shot at while in a vehicle at the intersection of Yampa and 8th. The victim encountered 38-year-old Anthony Montano in another vehicle and Montano pulled a gun out and shot at the victim.
Scouts Make Over 100 Toys for Local Kids
Scout camp is for more than learning survival skills. For the scouts ages 12 to 15 from the Vernal Utah Stake, scout camp this year provided an opportunity to give loving service that is delighting local kids when they need it most.
Stranded Boaters Found Safe on Flaming Gorge
A stranded party of boaters are safe after spending a night on the shore of Flaming Gorge. According to Sweetwater County Sheriff Mike Lowell, the Sheriff’s Office was contacted at about 10:45pm Sunday night by a Colorado woman in the area of Big Firehole.