May is National Bike to Work Month and TriCounty Health is urging residents in the TriCounty area to give it a try! Whether you bike to work or school, ride to save money or time, pump those pedals to preserve your health or the environment, or simply to explore your community, TriCounty is promoting National Bike Month as an opportunity to celebrate the unique power of the bicycle and the many reasons to ride.
Month: May 2018
California Men Rescued by Sweetwater County Search and Rescue
A pair of California men stranded on a mountain during a rainstorm were rescued by Sweetwater County Search and Rescue on Friday. The men were on the south slope of Pine Mountain when they became stranded and had to hike to the Summit of Pine Mountain, the highest point in Sweetwater County, to get a cell phone signal to call for help.
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Telephone Scam Amping Up
The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public that a telephone scam is amping up again locally. The Sheriff’s Office received complaints that calls are being received with the caller making the threat of outstanding warrants.
Meet the Candidate: Jack Rubin for Senate District 26
Jack Rubin of Park City visited the KVEL studio this week for an interview on the Meet the Candidate Forum. Rubin is running for the Senate District 26 seat currently held by Senator Kevin Van Tassell.
Meet the Candidate: Duane Shepherd for Uintah County Commission Seat B
Duane Shepherd visited the KVEL studio this week for an interview on the Meet the Candidate Forum. Shepherd is currently the Uintah County Commissioner in Seat A having been appointed to the position by the Uintah County Republican Party after Mike McKee resigned in 2017.
Jury Finds Woman Guilty of 2nd Degree Murder in Craig Shooting Death
A woman charged in a fatal shooting last year in Craig was found Guilty of Murder by a jury. Rachel Niemeyer was charged last October with domestic violence and assault following the shooting death of her husband Michael Freese and was later charged with felony manslaughter in connection with the case.
Northeastern Utah the Place to Fish for Memorial Day Weekend
Waters in northeastern Utah are among the top picks of DWR biologists to enjoy fishing this Memorial Day weekend. “It can be challenging to pick a water that best meets what you’re looking for,” shares fisheries coordinator Randy Oplinger.
Uintah Theatre Performs at State Musical Theatre Awards/Wins Best Lighting
Uintah High Theatre took home an award from the Utah High School Musical Theatre Awards held on Saturday at the new Eccles Theatre in Salt Lake City. The group won Best Lighting Design for their production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Roosevelt Junior High Students Hold Protest in Pursuit to Change Dress Code
A group of primarily 8th grade students from Roosevelt Junior High School are making their voices heard with the motto, “Educate Us, Don’t Judge Us.” The group held a silent peaceful protest Monday morning before school outside Roosevelt Junior High wearing Union High colors of yellow and black to represent their request that the junior high dress code policy be changed to match the high school.
Team Uintah Recognizes Vernie Heeney
Team Uintah is shining the spotlight on a woman who taught for nearly 35 years and continues to give her time by volunteering with the Uintah School Foundation. “Vernie Heeney has been an incredible support for our schools and students,” shares Team Uintah.