The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of the victim in a boating accident on Flaming Gorge over the weekend. 48-year-old Lance Heninger of North Ogden drowned after a mishap occurred about 3 ½ miles southeast of Buckboard Marina. According to Sheriff Mike Lowell, Heninger and two companions were competing in the Ducks Unlimited Fishing Derby on Saturday and had last been seen fishing in the Big Bend area.
Fire danger continues to be high. Officials remind recreators that propane stoves can be used by dispersed campers as an alternative to campfires to reduce the risk of sparking a wildfire and to remember to have a bucket and shovel with you, as you cut your firewood this summer.
Roosevelt City continues to explore economic development options. During the June 19th Roosevelt City Council meeting, economic growth was a major theme of discussion. “The council heard several presentations from agencies who work with municipalities to secure federal grant dollars and funding for community redevelopment,” shares the Roosevelt Bulletin.
Despite some hiccups, Primary Election ballots made it into the hands of voters over the last week. Ballots must be postmarked by today, June 25th, to be counted in the election. If you’re at all concerned about your ballot receiving a postmark in time today, ballots can be hand delivered to voting locations and must be delivered by 8:00pm on Tuesday.
A Craig man is behind bars in a case of attempted murder and arson. According to the Craig Police Department, officers were dispatched to 925 West 1st Street on Thursday, June 21st, at approximately 4:02pm on a call of assault. “The reporting party stated that her nephew attempted to kill her,” shares Craig Police.
A day boating on Flaming Gorge turned fatal on Sunday afternoon. Sweetwater County Sheriff Mike Lowell made the announcement on Sunday around 1:00pm. “The accident involved three men in a small boat south of the Buckboard Marina,” shared the announcement.
A Tabiona girl is inspiring others by just being herself. Hanna Strebel is just like other young adults her age. She loves to dance, model, spend time with her family and friends, and has dreams of being famous. Hanna also has Down Syndrome and her family uses a blog and social media to share their journey and provide support for other families who may be unsure of what the future holds with their own children with down syndrome.
Fire restrictions have been implemented in northeastern Utah. As of Monday, June 25th, all State, BLM, and National Park Service lands are under fire restrictions due to forecasted weather conditions coupled with extremely dry conditions and heavy vegetation. The complete list includes the following areas: State Lands and unincorporated private lands in Uintah, Duchesne, and Daggett Counties; BLM lands located in Uintah, Duchesne, and Daggett Counties; and National Park Service lands located in Dinosaur National Monument.
Duchesne County Economic Development is inviting anyone interested to attend a round table discussion coming up in Roosevelt with World Trade Center Utah. “Duchesne County Economic Development is so excited to partner with the World Trade Center Utah to bring their expertise to our community for a round table discussion,” shares Duchesne County Economic Development Director Irene Hansen.
The Division of Wildlife Resources has once again teamed up with 98.5 The Fox for the annual ‘Fishing with the Fox’ tagged fishing contest. From now until August 15th, anglers can fish at three designated bodies of water with a chance of catching a tagged fish. “Fishing with the Fox is in its 8th year and is a great way to encourage the public to get out to local Basin-waters and go fishing,” shares DWR Conservation Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby.