Caution is urged around rivers throughout the Uintah Basin. National Weather Service has alerted the region that warm temperatures are accelerating the snow melt causing creeks and rivers to run high and flow fast and local agencies are making sure Basin residents are informed. “Much higher river flow leads to swift and unpredictable currents,” shares the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office. “Debris in the water could create numerous snags.
This Saturday is Free Fishing Day. Everyone is invited to get out there and try their hands at fishing at any body of water in Utah. No one needs to have a fishing license as this event was designed to help introduce kids and beginners at a minimal cost to fishing.
Though weather stopped the crews working on 800 South in Roosevelt for several days in May, the project has been fortunate to be developing rather well and paving the road is set in mid-June. The completed part of the project was funded by Utah Department of Transportation which includes the curb and gutter between State Street and 800 South, as well as the sidewalk along the south side of the street.
For those traveling to and from the Wasatch Front, delays can continue to be expected through the Strawberry Valley construction zone. On Thursday, UDOT provided an update, stating that construction of the wildlife crossing underpass is underway. This is a major feature of the project as it aims to improve safety and reduce the collisions taking place on Highway 40 involving wildlife.
This spring, the last of the charges in 8th District Court filed against a Duchesne County man were dropped, but the man says it feels too late to put the pieces of his life back together. Charges were filed in May of 2018 against 49-year-old Darin Ace Thomas including two 1st Degree Felony charges of Criminal Conspiracy, two 3rd Degree Felony charges of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, one 3rd Degree Felony charge of Criminal Conspiracy, and one Misdemeanor charge of Sexual Solicitation.
Officers from nearly every Uintah County law enforcement agency made time for fishing with some very special community members on Thursday morning. The Division of Wildlife Resources hosted the ‘Badges & Bobbers’ event at the recently opened Old Fort Ponds in the Maeser area during which local officers helped special needs adults and children try their hand at fishing and many of those that tried, experienced the thrill of catching a fish or two.
Thanks to the help of some heavy equipment, Harpers Corner Road has reopened. The rock slide happened in the Plug Hat Butte area on Monday, closing Harpers Corner Road between the Monument headquarters near Dinosaur, Colorado and Moffat County Road 16.
Lt. Governor Spencer Cox and his wife Abby made stops all over the Uintah Basin this week as part of their mission to visit every city and town in the state of Utah while on the campaign trail for Governor. After stopping in cities and towns throughout Duchesne County, they met with citizens in Roosevelt on Wednesday for lunch at High Country Pizza.
John Wesley Powell may have been born in 1834 but that isn’t stopping him from making special appearances during the local activities celebrating the 150th anniversary of his expedition down the Green River. One such event will be ‘Music Through the Ages’ at Vernal Theatre: Live where John Wesley Powell, not to be confused with local lawyer and actor Jonathan Stearmer, will be present enjoying some of his favorite music on the fiddle.
Ashley National Forest offers even more than escapes into nature. There are attractions to visit to truly and thoroughly enjoy the experience and the area. The Red Canyon Visitor Center is located near many hiking trails and offers exhibits about the unique aspects of local flora, fauna, inhabitants, and geology. They also offer free programs throughout the summer.