Hunting season is in full swing and Division of Wildlife Resources officers are asking for your help. While DWR officers catch plenty of wildlife violations on their own they are also asking for those in the great outdoors to keep their eyes open and if illegal hunting activities are observed, to report them.
Month: October 2017
EPA Directive Issued to End Regulation Era of “Sue and Settle”
Big changes continue to come out of Washington that have the potential to help growth of the region’s energy industry in the long run. An agency-wide directive was issued on Monday by EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt aimed at ending the “Sue and Settle” practices of the past.
Uintah County Approves Airport Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
The Uintah County Commission approved a policy statement for the Vernal Regional Airport required by the Department of Transportation on Monday. Uintah County Attorney Jonathan Stearmer explained that the documents were received from GDA Engineering and that the annual policy statement is required under the FAA.
Annual Jarvie Fest A Tradition for Many
Hundreds made the trek to Browns Park over the weekend to participate in an event that has become an annual favorite for many. The Jarvie Fest, held at the John Jarvie Historic Ranch on Saturday, was a good ol’ fashioned time that included wagon rides, leather working, horseback rides, flint-knapping, rope-and-candle making, and an old time photography booth.
Roosevelt City Murky Water Problem Identified and Resolved
Simply put, it happens. Roosevelt City residents began reporting murky tap water which can invite a variety of responses. The reports, coming from residents in the neighborhood of 700 East 400 North around East Elementary School, alerted the city of the problem and the city got to work on it.
Restaurant Worker in Hanna Accused of Taking Photos of Credit Cards
Anyone who has dined at the Sandstone Pizza & Grill in Hanna are urged to check their bank statements for unauthorized charges after it was discovered that an employee there had been taking pictures of credit and debit cards.
Beware of Ever Evolving Fraud Schemes
A recent reminder has been issued of common fraud schemes. The FBI provides a thorough list of ever evolving fraud schemes striking across the nation. The following is among their top frauds to watch for and tips to keep in mind.
USU-Uintah Basin to Benefit from Eccles Foundation Grant
As a regional campus in a rural area, USU-Uintah Basin will be benefitting from a three-year grant from the George S. and Dolores Eccles Foundation. The $216,000 dollar grant is aimed at supporting first-generation students pursuing degrees in the sciences and Native American students are strongly encouraged to apply.
Meth Arrest, Meth Seizure Two Days in a Row in Rock Springs Area
The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office had a busy few days last week. On Thursday, October 12th, a federal fugitive wanted for meth distribution was arrested in Rock Springs.
Moffat County Man Arrested While Enroute to Teen Girl’s Home in Wisconsin
A Moffat County man, allegedly enroute to kidnap a teen girl, was arrested last week by Wisconsin law enforcement. 22-year-old Curtis Bowser faces charges of Possession of Child Pornography, Child Enticement, and Attempted Abduction of a Child.