Others might be confused as to how they feel about law enforcement but not communities in the Uintah Basin. There is a deep appreciation for those who protect our community and two Cruise Main events have been planned to prove it.
Month: June 2020
DWR on Unique Bird Hunts
Utah offers some great hunting experiences including fowl. Most birds in Utah only need a combination or small game license to hunt but there are a few species that require a special permit including tundra swan, sharp-tailed grouse, greater sage grouse, sandhill cranes, and turkeys.
Local Couple Donates Keepsake Boxes to UBH for Angel Babies
Uintah Basin Healthcare has thanked a local couple for a thoughtful donation they recently made. Byron and Dian Merrell donated beautiful handmade keepsake boxes and display bases that will protect the hand and feet molds of Angel babies born at the hospital.
Vernal City to Take Over Management of Vernal Regional Airport
It's official. Vernal City will be taking over management of the Vernal Regional Airport, starting July 1st. The airport is jointly owned by Uintah County and Vernal City since 1947. Uintah County owns 75 percent and Vernal City owns 25 percent.
2020 Fireworks Sales and Discharge Dates; Message From Roosevelt City
Roosevelt City wants the public to be informed and has shared the 2020 fireworks sales and discharge dates. Class “C” fireworks can be sold June 24th through July 25th, December 29th through December 31st, and two days before and on Chinese New Year’s Eve.
Ute Business Committee Issues Press Release on Banished Members’ Challenge
The Ute Tribe Business Committee shared a press release on June 22nd reiterating that the Ute Indian Tribe victory continues to stand in the federal court case dismissal of four banished members.
4th Night Added to Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo
Vernal will be celebrating 70 years of ProRodeo. Not only that, the Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo added another day so that we will have four days of rodeo fun. It all starts Wednesday, July 8th with Vernal Strong Night.
Moffat County Sheriff's Office Recovers Rifle Stolen in 1982
Investigators in law enforcement may have cases that go cold but that doesn't mean they forget or give up. The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office has a great example of that kind of commitment. “In 1982, Gary Rosine had a rifle stolen out of his vehicle in Moffat County,” the Sheriff’s Office shares.
Governor on Moving Rural Utah to Green Health Risk Status
As you’ve likely heard, the Utah Department of Health and Governor Herbert approved requests to transition 9 rural Utah counties (including Uintah, Duchesne, and Daggett Counties) to Green. “Limiting the spread of the coronavirus, even as we reactivate the economy, has required data-informed judgment and prudent decision making," shared Governor Herbert.
USU Announces Adjustments to Fall Semester and Community Expectations
Utah State University has announced adjustments to their fall semester schedule on their campuses including USU-Uintah Basin, to decrease risk of COVID-19 spread. The day allotted for “fall break” has been cancelled and the instruction beginning the week of Thanksgiving break will switch to ‘remote only’ for all students including students in the Uintah Basin.