A man was arrested in Uintah County after an incident of assault and driving recklessly over the weekend. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers were notified of an incident that occurred when 30-year-old James Dean Allen was traveling through the...
Month: December 2023
Jensen Fire Department Provides Christmas Safety Reminder
The Jensen Fire Department’s gift to the community this year is some very important safety reminders. First, is a message on gift giving safety of products containing a lithium-ion battery. “Lithium-ion batteries are in more than you probably expect,” shares Jensen...
Friends Against Family Violence Renovating Building To Be Permanent Home
A very important local program will finally have a permanent home. Friends Against Family Violence is a community based nonprofit domestic violence program that provides services, shelter, crisis intervention, and education in Uintah, Duchesne, and Daggett County....
Two Treated For Head Wounds After Violent Disorderly Disturbance
Two people, including a minor, were treated for injuries at Ashley Regional Medical Center after a violent rampage that took place on December 10th in Uintah County. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 50-year-old Dustin Joseph Bryant broke multiple windows...
TeAnn Taylor
Graveside services for TeAnn Taylor, age 62, of Roosevelt, will be held on December 16, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Duchesne City Cemetery. There will be a viewing at the Hullinger Mortuary on Friday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Services under the direction of the...
Uintah Basin Orchestra and Chorus Wows Audiences With Christmas Concerts
The Vernal Middle School Auditorium was a hub of Christmas cheer and music from around the world on Saturday with the two Christmas concerts of the Uintah Basin Orchestra and Chorus. UBOC Artistic Director Dr. Cory Evans’ enthusiasm was infectious as he conducted the...
Vernal City Zions Block Construction Wrapping Up For Winter
Work has continued on the revitalization projects in downtown Vernal but most work will be on pause soon for the winter months. Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion shares that the decent weather has allowed crews to work longer into the season but that is wrapping up...
Uintah High’s FBLA Chapter Impresses At Region Competition
Uintah High School’s FBLA chapter found success at last week’s regional competition at USU Eastern in Price. 16 Uintah students competed in categories ranging from Advertising and Business Management to Marketing and Health Care Administration. Their preparedness and...
Southwest Monarch Study Spots Monarch Butterfly Tagged In Vernal
Local efforts to study and conserve monarch butterfly populations are making a difference and volunteers received exciting news last week. One of the butterflies tagged this season in the Vernal area has been spotted nestled for the winter in a cluster of monarchs at...
DWR: Great Holiday Gifts Are Only A Hunting Or Fishing Challenge Away
The Division of Wildlife Resources would love to help you fill up the stocking of the outdoors enthusiasts in your family. DWR suggests gifting Utah fishing or hunting licenses or by paying for their registration fee for a hunting or fishing challenge! Along with ice...









