A surprise presented to outgoing Duchesne County Commissioner Irene Hansen at her retirement celebration last week left her totally speechless as those gathered showed their support. The old county building in Duchesne City that has been remodeled to house the Gateway...
The gates on the Vernal Ranger District close today, December 20th, to allow for over-the-snow travel for the winter. Taylor Mountain Road, Red Cloud, and White Cloud Loop roads are groomed for over the snow travel. The gates that will be closed include: Red Cloud...
Representative John Curtis introduced what he categorizes as a forward-thinking bill on Thursday that is designed to unlock renewable energy potential by allowing wind and solar projects to be co-located on existing federal energy leases. This legislation gives...
Vernal City is among the recipients of an award from the Government Finance Officers Association. Vernal City is one of 7 winners of the 2024 Awards for Excellence in Government Finance. “This award recognizes innovative programs that provide creative solutions to...
No charges will be filed in an alleged sexual assault case that was made public in May and involved the Duchesne High School basketball team. At the time, it was confirmed that multiple players from the Duchesne team were investigated in connection with an alleged...
G&H Garbage G&H Garbage Service – A Legacy of Hard Work and Community Commitment December 2024 Business of the Month This December, G&H Garbage Service, a family-run business with deep roots in Vernal and the Uintah Basin, is honored to be recognized as...
Vernal Sign Shop Exciting New Beginnings for the Vernal Sign Shop! We’re thrilled to celebrate the Grand Opening of Vernal Sign Shop's brand-new building with a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! This new space marks a major milestone for them, and we couldn’t be more...
Ashley Regional Primary Care Congratulations to Ashley Regional Primary Care on their Ribbon Cutting! We are excited to officially welcome them to the Basin! The ribbon has been cut, and the celebration is just beginning. This fantastic clinic is ready to serve and...
A woman on probation in Duchesne County was arrested after failing a compliance check last week. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers located heroin at the residence as well as alcohol and drug paraphernalia. 40-year-old Tiara Prisbey admitted to...
The Bureau of Land Management has announced a federal oil and gas lease sale that will take place this spring for land in northeastern Utah. The land includes two parcels in Uintah County which have been proposed for sale for the second quarterly lease sale of 2025....