Getting caught up in a social media trend can have serious consequences when threats of violence are involved. That lesson has become very real for several local students after Roosevelt Police Department investigated a situation in which students were linked to the TikTok challenge promoting bringing guns to school.
Month: December 2021
VMS Chuck Your Change Fundraiser For Classmate Whose House Burned Down
The students at Vernal Middle School opened their hearts this month as part of a Chuck Your Change fundraiser and the recipient was so grateful. Vernal Middle School student Max Madison has had a challenging 6 weeks as his family rebuilds after losing everything in a fire that burned down their home.
Changes To Vernal City Council
There are several changes coming up on the Vernal City Council. After an incredible 28 years of service, Vernal City Council member Bert Clark was recognized and thanked at his last City Council meeting that took place this month.
Watch The Weather During Holiday Travels This Week
Anyone who held back on desired holiday travel in 2020 is making up for lost time this year as Christmas travel reports show a sharp increase this year. The AAA Newsroom reports more than 109 million people have made plans to travel between December 23rd and January 2nd.
Uinta Basin Railway Official Offers Tentative Construction Timeline
Now that the word is out that the Uinta Basin Railway received final approval from the Surface Transportation Board, there is a common question asked: What’s the construction timeline? Rio Grande Pacific Senior Vice President Mark Hemphill provided an answer to this and many other questions during a radio interview that is available to listen here https://basinnow.com/public_affairs.php.
Updated Unemployment Numbers By County
The Department of Workforce Services provided updated unemployment numbers this week and things continue to move in the right direction.
Donations Solicited As New Roosevelt Library Takes Shape
Construction on the new Roosevelt Branch of the Duchesne County Library System is moving along and an invitation has been extended to the public of an important way to help.
Ute Indian Tribe Leadership And Involvement Considered Key To Uinta Basin Railway Success
In addition to the agencies behind the project, there has been tremendous support for the Uinta Basin Railway. In fact, each member of the Utah Congressional Delegation and State elected officials from Governor Cox’s office on down, as well as many officials in Washington D.C., have been vocal in support of the project.
Fishing Tournaments On Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Fishing tournaments are underway and coming up on Flaming Gorge Reservoir. The third annual Buckboard ‘Pupulation Control’ Contest, hosted by Buckboard Marina at Flaming Gorge and sponsored by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, is geared toward helping control the population of small lake trout (pups) at Flaming Gorge.
Department Of Public Safety Offers Online Shopping Safety Tips
The Department of Public Safety encourages all to stay cybersafe while finishing holiday shopping online by making sure to use safe methods for purchases.