The Uintah County Commission met on Monday, June 1st and within the regular scheduled meeting two items were decided on. First, the commission unanimously voted to “extend the local emergency declaration due to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic that continue to affect businesses throughout the county. ̈
Month: June 2020
Dinosaurland Free Day Trips
The Uintah Basin has many hidden treasures of outdoor adventures. In an effort to help people to explore what the Basin offers, Uintah County Travel and Tourism is starting their Free Day Trips.
Drilling Update From Uintah Basin Small Business Development Center
The Uintah Basin Small Business Development Center provided a Uintah Basin drilling update on June 1st. “Approved applications for permits to drill (APD) were up significantly in May,” shares the update.
DWR: Places in Northeastern Utah to Enjoy Free Fishing Day
Utah ́s Division of Wildlife Resources wants to remind the public that Free Fishing Day is happening this Saturday, June 6th. Due to COVID-19, the DWR will not be having any public events but that shouldn’t stop residents from getting outdoors and enjoying some free fishing.
Outlaw ATV Jamboree Welcomes Hundreds For 3 Day Event
A huge crowd of ATV enthusiasts from near and far enjoyed 3 days of outdoor fun at Uintah County’s Outlaw ATV Jamboree held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. This year’s turnout of 450 participants was nearly double that of last year.
Uintah Basin-4H Jr. Livestock Auction to be Broadcast LIVE on KVEL
The Uintah Basin Junior Livestock Show and Sale is still going on this week and options are available to participate and bid from the comfort of your own home. Due to COVID-19 requirements, the show and sale this year are different than years past.
Daggett County Offices No Longer Requiring Appointments
Daggett County officials have announced that they are easing up on restrictions at the county offices. “Members of the public who need to conduct business with offices located inside the Daggett County building and courthouse no longer need to make an appointment first,” shares the announcement.
Roosevelt Rocks Readies for a Big June Rock Hunt
Residents of the Uintah Basin are quite familiar with the fun of finding painted rocks. Rock hunting has become a popular pastime for our community members who now enjoy the marvels of the outdoors while scouring the landscape for a glint of color hoping to discover a rock painted/decorated in a festive or unique manner.
2020 Dinosaurland’s ‘Passport to Summer’ Program Underway
The Uintah Basin has a lot to offer and to help residents discover all that there is, Uintah County Travel and Tourism Office and their partners are excited to start this year’s ‘Passport to Summer’ program.
Colorado Northwestern Community College Student Awards Ceremony
Five students from Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely were among those in the state of Colorado celebrated in a special virtual student awards ceremony through the Colorado Community College System.