TriCounty Health Department shared in a press release on Friday that bike racks in the shape of triceratops and a pterodactyl have been placed around Vernal at Ashley Valley Park, Uintah County Library and Naples City Park, with one more to come at a later date.
Month: February 2022
Safety Tips For Recreation On Ice
Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office reminds anglers to please exercise extreme caution when venturing out on the water this winter season and remember that there really is no such thing as safe ice. “Water levels in reservoirs like Flaming Gorge are changing constantly,” shares the safety announcement.
Still Time To Help With ‘Cards 4 Kids At Heart’
Today is the final day to submit the handmade cards for the ‘Cards 4 Kids at Heart’ effort. Card drop off locations in Vernal are Realty One, the ChiroCenter, and the KLCY/Fox Studio and the drop off location for Roosevelt is Subway. If you didn’t get the chance to make cards, there is another great way to help.
Passerby Rescues Family From Burning Home; Fire Caused By Hoverboard
A mother and her 4-year-old son who were caught in a house fire have a fighting chance at life thanks to the selfless bravery of a passerby. The Wyoming Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office shared the inspiring details. 32-year-old Ryan Pasborg, of Green River, saw flames coming from the bedroom window of a home as he was running late to work on Tuesday morning at about 4:30am.
Homemade Valentine Card Donations Needed For ‘Cards 4 Kids At Heart’
Last call! Don’t miss your chance to be part of a heart warming annual tradition. It’s the 7th year for ‘Cards 4 Kids At Heart’ and your help is needed by crafting homemade Valentines that will be delivered to senior citizens throughout the region in time for Valentine’s Day.
Roosevelt Police Chief To Present On His Plan To Restructure And Address Crime
It’s been less than a year since Police Chief Mark Watkins joined the Roosevelt City team and a special event is coming up where he will spell out his plans for his department.
Formal Clothing Donations Sought For 3rd Annual Prom Drive Collection
It’s that time again to be sure local teens can get spiffed up and feel fancy for upcoming dances without breaking the bank.
UBTech Welding Student Ranked Top 4 In U.S.
The UBTech Welding program is top of the line and continues to train some of the very best and brightest out there.
Finley Resources President On Game Changer ‘Uinta Wax’ And Future Outlook
There may not be a crystal ball but a guest on the Uintah Basin Today Show on Newstalk 104.5FM and AM920 KVEL had plenty to share based on first hand knowledge about the future of wax and oil products coming out of the Uintah Basin. Jim Finley, President of Finley Resources, explained that the production of Utah Industrial Wax, which is the primary focus of Finley Resources, will play a critical role in America’s energy transition.
Snowmobilers Rescued In Sub-Zero Temperatures
January was a busy month for Search and Rescue teams around Strawberry Reservoir with multiple incidents with lost snowmobilers. On January 23rd, dispatch received a call of a lost snowmobiler at about 5:00pm after a group returned to the trailhead at Strawberry River with one of their party missing.








