Excited is an understatement when it comes to how the talented members of the Uintah Basin Youth Chamber Orchestra feel about their upcoming concert after having an entire year off. It’s exciting not only to the youth but the leaders of the organization that strives to bring out the best in these musicians.
Many in the Uintah Basin deeply appreciate the offerings of the Uintah County Library. Last year caused major changes in services at the library but Sam Passey and his staff worked hard to get creative and provide everything possible.
As always, local agencies are participating in the National Drug Take Back Day providing the perfect opportunity to safely dispose of unused pills or patches. As prescription drug abuse is on the rise, one of the simplest ways to be safe is to turn in expired, unused, and unwanted prescription pills.
To anyone that has traveled through downtown Vernal it will come as no surprise that work continues on the UDOT Main Street Drainage Improvement project on Highway 40. There are three sections of the project all at different phases.
Forever a Uintah Ute! Uintah High Athletics took to social media on Wednesday to remember Billy Murray, an amazing man who spent decades supporting the students of Uintah High School and who sadly has passed away. “In his sophomore year, Billy Murray was Uintah's first state wrestling champion at 138 lbs.
Wolf reintroduction continues to be a hot topic and an upcoming virtual meeting is aimed at starting the process to answer the many questions surrounding the topic. Colorado Parks and Wildlife are hosting what they are calling an online educational session for the Wildlife Commission as well as the general public but pre-registration is required.
There are multiple ways to have your voice heard as the planning for the future of downtown Vernal is underway. One fun way to dream big is at one of two downtown locations where you can write your comments and ideas down to be posted on the vacant store windows.
It might not feel like it is time yet but the Roosevelt City Cleanup Week and Free Dump Days is upon us. Things will kick off on Saturday, April 24th with the Roosevelt Arts, Parks, and Recreation Committee sponsoring a cleanup project.
The Utah Department of Public Safety warns the public that, especially during tax season, many scammers are impersonating the IRS. They might ask for immediate payment by prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. They might even possibly use threats of arrest or deportation.
The Ute Indian Tribe has been credited with providing a strong argument in an ongoing debate concerning the distribution of CARES Act funding to Alaska Native Corporations.