Travelers on I-80 may be used to keeping an eye out for animals crossing or near the roadway but it’s likely no traveler was prepared for the animals crossing in Sweetwater County this week.
Month: April 2018
Uintah School District Classified Employee of the Year
The Uintah School District Classified Employee of the Year is Jane Guffey. Mrs. Guffey has been with the Uintah School District for 30 years as a full-time bus driver. She has served on the district’s Sick Leave Bank and Personnel Policy Committees and currently chairs the Transportation Accident Review Committee.
Drop, Cover, and Hold On for Thursday’s Great Utah ShakeOut
Earthquake drills aren’t just for elementary schools. Every Utahn is urged to participate in the Great Utah ShakeOut this Thursday. “While the Uintah Basin is not at a great risk for earthquake activity, there are many parts of Utah that are,” explains Uintah County Emergency Management Director Tal Ehlers.
Balloons Paint the Sky Above Vernal in Advance of May Balloon Festival
Those out and about in the Vernal area Sunday morning enjoyed a special view. Three pilots and their colorful hot air balloons were seen taking test launches as they prepare for an upcoming balloon festival in May.
“Parker’s Bill” Signed by Governor Herbert
A labor of love aimed at preventing prescription opioid-induced deaths is gaining traction. Governor Gary Herbert signed a Resolution on Tuesday nicknamed by supporters as “Parker’s Bill”. The Resolution is nicknamed after Parker Stewart, a 21-year-old Vernal man who passed away unexpectedly in his sleep just days after a tonsillectomy that he was recovering from just fine in December 2016.
DWR on Common Question
The Division of Wildlife Resources takes their stewardship of wildlife seriously and care for the largest as well as the smallest of creatures. The DWR is answering an apparently common question asked of wildlife officers, “I found a baby bird. What should I do?”
Conceal Carry Teacher Training Receives Donation from Safari Club Banquet
The Safari Club International Northeastern Utah Chapter held their annual banquet fundraiser on April 7th and a Uintah County Sheriff’s Office cause was among the beneficiaries of the night. Following the February shooting at a Florida high school, Sheriff Vance Norton began developing a plan to provide concealed weapon classes for all the teachers and staff at local schools including extensive training for those wanting to become more proficient with the use of their firearm.
Sponsors Drop Fluoride Initiative in Uintah County
Fluoridation of water in Uintah County has been a hot topic of debate over the last month and one that has come to an end. According to Uintah County Clerk/Auditor Mike Wilkins, the sponsors of the initiative emailed Wilkins informing him that they had discontinued gathering signatures and would not be turning in their packet.
DWR Biologists Recommend Changes to Turkey Hunt
Biologists from the Division of Wildlife Resources are recommending changes to the 2018 – 2019 turkey hunt. Starting this fall, there will be more chances to take wild turkeys during the fall hunt and there could be additional firearm options to choose from as well.
Monument’s Increased Entrance Fee to Address Infrastructure Needs
The National Park Service has announced that the entrance fee to Dinosaur National Monument will be increased to fund infrastructure and maintenance needs at the park. Entrance fees to the park will increase to $25 dollars per vehicle and $20 dollars per motorcycle and an annual park pass will cost $45 dollars.