An original proposal that was shut down to pipe water from Flaming Gorge to Colorado’s Front Range is back in new form, this time proposing water be piped from the Green River near Brown’s Park. What is nicknamed the “Million Pipeline” is hitting roadblocks and growing resistance.
Month: April 2018
Complete List of 2018 UDOT Construction Projects
UDOT’s list of construction projects for the Uintah Basin include more than additional passing lanes between Bridgeland and Myton on Highway 40. Other projects include the following: Crews will repave approximately 13 miles of U.S. 191 from near the Duchesne/Carbon County line to the Jones Hollow turnoff in Indian Canyon. Work on that project will start this summer and finish in the fall.
Vernal City Council Explores Option of Curbside Recycling
Vernal City is considering adding curbside recycling as an option for Vernal City residents. Recyclops is a recycling program that has been introduced to the Vernal area by a private firm. It is now providing curbside service and is gaining customers with participants paying a monthly fee for curbside pickup in plastic trash bags. During the City Council meeting on March 21st, Ryan Smith informed the council about his business providing curbside recycling of paper, plastic, cardboard, and metal.
Sterling Scholar Region Runner-Up Highlight: Scott Olsen
Uintah High School represented very well at competition this month with three Uintah seniors being named Sterling Scholars for the Northeast Region and four being named runner-ups. Scott Olsen was awarded the runner-up title for Region Vocal Performance Sterling Scholar.
Give Em’ Health: Empowering Youth to Kick Butts
Last month TriCounty Health promoted a national day of activism aimed at empowering youth to stand up against Big Tobacco and “Kick Butt.” Kick Butts Day was observed on March 21st and Uintah and Duchesne County Youth Coalitions planned events in local schools to educate peers on the dangers of tobacco use.
Semi Accident and Fire Closes Highway 40 at Strawberry Reservoir
A semi tanker rollover on Highway 40 closed both directions of Highway 40 on Wednesday morning. According to Utah Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at approximately 7:10am near the Strawberry UDOT sheds at milepost 42.
Judge Dismisses Flatlip/Rondeau Motions to Dismiss in Upcoming Rape Trial
A judge has refused the Motions to Dismiss filed in the upcoming Flatlip/Rondeau trial. The defense for the three men awaiting trial for the alleged rape of a 9-year-old Uintah County girl in 2016 filed separate motions earlier this year to dismiss the rape case against the men.
Wind Common Denominator in Multiple Fires Since Burn Window Opens
Uintah County fire crews have been busy since the spring burn window opened up on March 30th. According to Uintah County Fire Marshal Jeremy Raymond, crews have handled multiple fires since and wind has been a common denominator in the spread of each fire. A fire in Tridell quickly got out of control on Saturday when the wind picked up in the afternoon.
Input Sought on Future of Water and Fisheries on Ashley National Forest
Input is being sought to help shape the Ashley National Forest management over the next 20 years, specifically in terms of the future of water and fisheries. A public workshop is being held to shape the desired conditions that affect water, aquatic habitat, and fisheries.
Sterling Scholar Region Winner Highlight: Sarah Jones
Uintah High School represented very well at competition this month with three Uintah seniors being named Sterling Scholars for the Northeast Region. Sarah Jones was named the Region Sterling Scholar in Computer Technology.