Who is more deserving of recognition for supporting local education and students than those who are there in the trenches every day? For this week’s recognition, Team Uintah is shining a light on teachers and held a barbecue on Thursday to celebrate those teachers finishing up their first year teaching with Uintah School District.
Month: May 2018
Outlaw ATV Jamboree Welcoming Locals/Visitors for Unforgettable Trail Rides
A local event that draws ATV enthusiasts to enjoy the Uintah Basin is just around the bend. The 3rd Annual Outlaw ATV Jamboree will be held May 31st through June 2nd with over 12 local guided rides and several self guided rides in the Vernal area.
Meet the Candidate: Mike Kennedy for U.S. Senate
Mike Kennedy visited the KVEL studio this week for an interview on the Meet the Candidate Forum. Kennedy is running for U.S. Senate against Mitt Romney.
Meet the Candidate: Joni Crane for Uintah County Commission Seat A
Joni Crane visited the KVEL studio this week for an interview on the Meet the Candidate Forum. Crane is running for Uintah County Commission Seat A and her campaign information can be found on her website, www.jonicrane.com.
Great Day of Fishing at Flaming Gorge Fish Derby
The weather held out for a great day of fishing on Saturday for the Flaming Gorge Fish Derby. The annual Flaming Gorge Fish Derby is one of the largest freshwater fishing derbies in the USA with up to 400 teams each year competing in multiple categories.
High School Students Learn at First Earth Observation and GIS Event at USU
Local high school students had a fantastic day of learning at the first Earth Observation and GIS day hosted by USU-Uintah Basin. “We appreciate the Quinney College of Natural Resources and the Utah Geographic Information Council for supporting youth outreach in our community,” shares USU-Uintah Basin Executive Director James Taylor.
Utah Library Association Awards Roosevelt Librarian at Awards Ceremony
Roosevelt Branch Librarian Stephen Moon isn’t afraid to stand out and add some fun to whatever he’s up to and he didn’t make an exception for the Utah Library Association Conference held last week in Provo.
Law Enforcement and School Officials Worked Together To Keep Students Safe
Many breathed a sigh of relief at the announcement on Thursday that Bradley Moore, the man wanted for a shooting in Fort Duchesne, was found and in police custody. Perhaps no one was quite so relieved as the staff and students at Eagle View Elementary who had spent multiple school days at varying levels of lockdown during the massive manhunt.
Bradley Moore Brought Into Custody After Standoff in Vernal
The hunt is over for the man wanted in the case of a shooting in Fort Duchesne. Early Thursday morning, the U.S. Marshals Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team located Bradley James Moore at a home in Vernal where a standoff ensued.
Daniels Canyon Mandatory Boat Inspection Station for Memorial Day
Utah has three mandatory quagga mussel inspection stations, one of which is a major roadway in and out of the Uintah Basin. If you’re transporting any watercraft, including boats, Jet Skis, Wave Runners, canoes, kayaks, or float tubes, you are required to stop at the station.