Utah State University announced this week a full tuition scholarship for all resident Native American students at all USU campuses in Utah, including USU Uintah Basin. The scholarship is available to both new and continuing students and will be awarded beginning in...
Month: May 2023
Duchesne County Requests Continued Involvement In Ashley National Forest Plan
Duchesne County leadership is making sure the County’s interests are part of the conversation as Ashley National Forest continues work on the Forest Plan update. Duchesne County Community Development Director Mike Hyde presented a letter addressed to the USDA Forest...
Myton Man Arrested For Actions During January 6 2021 Capital Breach
A Duchesne County man has been arrested for actions that allegedly took place on January 6th, 2021 at the U.S. Capitol Building. 29–year-old Odin Meacham was arrested on Monday in Myton and was scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. According to a press release from...
Expect Delays During Highway 40 Resurfacing Work West Of Vernal
If you are traveling between Vernal and Roosevelt plan on delays due to Region 3 pavement preservation construction work. The UDOT project aims to extend the life of Highway 40 by resurfacing a 12-mile section between SR-88 and 1500 South in Vernal. Motorists should...
It’s Time! T-Rex Makeover Has Commenced
For those waiting to see progress on the T-Rex makeover on Highway 40 near 800 West in Vernal, the wait is finally over! The painters started prep work on Monday after an extended waiting game to be sure that winter was officially done. Jordan Clark with Ninety1...
Come See Duchesne County Chamber Of Commerce’s New Location
The Duchesne County Chamber of Commerce has settled into their new location in Roosevelt and they are ready to invite the public to come check it out. An Open House and Luncheon is being held a week from today and Chamber Executive Director Dorothy Carter is excited...
TriCounty Health Department Holding Their First Annual Summer Bash
In an effort to express their appreciation to the communities it serves, TriCounty Health Department will be holding their first ever Summer Bash. Everyone is invited to come play at the bouncy houses and eat food. TriCounty Health Director Kirk Benge states, “We...
Preventing Conflicts With Black Bears
Black bears are coming out of hibernation and like the hungry and curious bear strolling around Naples last week shows, it’s time to be bear aware! For those finding places for camping, this is especially crucial. Wild Aware Utah shares that bears will eat almost...
Flood Watch Issued For Green River Near Jensen
Farmers and land owners in the Jensen area have been tuned into the rising waters of the Green River for weeks, if not longer, and the current forecast for that area validates all concerns. National Weather Service reported on Monday that warmer temperatures are...
Major Construction Project Set For Harpers Corner Road Within Monument
A major construction project is set for Harpers Corner Road within Dinosaur National Monument at the end of this month. National Park Service announced on Friday that the $10.1 million dollar project includes reconstruction and repaving of seven miles of roadway and...









