Construction planned in Roosevelt for sidewalk, curb, and gutter is being delayed and will start instead next spring. “The 800 South project has multiple pieces, each funded by a different source,” shares Roosevelt City. “The water, sewer, and storm drain portions of the project are finished, and installing sidewalk, curb, and gutter is the next step. This portion of the project is being funded th
Further signs of prehistoric life will be popping up in downtown Vernal starting next week. Dinosaur themed blade signs for downtown businesses are now available and businesses can add their name to the list to have their very own made.
Many of the state’s reservoirs are at below average water levels while Flaming Gorge is staying high and strong. According to the Bureau of Reclamation report update on September 10th, Flaming Gorge is still at 92 percent of its live capacity. Daily average releases are set at 2,000 cfs. Flow into Flaming Gorge Reservoir during the month of August was only 47 percent of average but still kept the reservoir above 90 percent of capacity.
While the Boone Draw Fire, located 50 miles west of Craig, did cross into a wild horse management area, officials are reporting that the herd in that area has not been displaced to a great extent. According to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, 202 acres of the 8,683 acre fire are within the Sand Wash Basin Wild Horse Herd Management Area.
A hardworking senior at Uintah High School has been named as a semifinalist in a prestigious scholarship program. Emily Despain was one of more than 1.6 million Juniors from about 22,000 high schools across the United States that took the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test during her Junior year.
A new day means a new scam, or at least it sure feels that way. Sweetwater County Sheriff Mike Lowell has issued a warning of a new “Fake Check” scam now circulating. “This is a mail scam that is something more elaborate than others,” shares Sheriff Lowell. “It’s set up in such a way that cursory Internet searches can make it look legitimate.”
A UBTech graduate is getting much deserved attention for his inspiring story and impressive welding skills. A highlight on SkillsUSA.org gets into more than just Chandler Vincent’s collection of awards. It tells Chandler’s inspiring transformation from high school dropout to goal crushing national champion welder who went on to compete in the world competition and walked away as the United States team member with the highest score.
National Extra Mile Day is coming up and Roosevelt City has big plans to celebrate. The City announced this week that they are accepting nominations of citizens who have gone the extra mile in serving the Roosevelt City community. From the pool of nominations, Roosevelt City Council will present three Extra Mile Day awards to deserving individuals for “going the extra mile to make Roosevelt a great place to live, work, and play.”
Hunting season has arrived and Dinosaur National Monument has a message to share: Hunting is not permitted within the boundaries of the monument. “Although most of the monument boundary is well marked, hunters are responsible for ensuring they do not hunt within the monument. By knowing and understanding the rules and regulations applicable in the national monument, hunters will be better prepared to enjoy their trips,” shares Chief of Visitor Services Dan Johnson.
Healthcare and emergency response professionals from throughout the Basin met Wednesday morning at Ashley Regional Medical Center for a special training hosted by the Uintah Basin Healthcare Coalition. Gary Hall, from Global Preparedness, LLC, provided ISO-POD training. An ISO-POD is a portable vinyl enclosure that creates a negative airspace to transport patients with biologically infectious diseases.