An arrest was made at a hotel in Naples City after a call to police came in from out of state concerned for the well being of a friend staying at the hotel. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, police responded and spoke with the desk clerk who advised that...
Month: March 2025
Uintah County Treasurer Among SB197 Opponents Asking For Governor VETO
SB197 is among the pile of bills sitting on Governor Cox’s desk sent there by the Utah legislature hoping for a signature while also being one that opponents are urging the Governor to VETO. SB197 is titled ‘Property Tax Amendments’ and passed the House 42-32 and the...
Daggett County Commission Gives Tips Ahead Of Summer Recreation Season
Daggett County Commissioners have a clear message for their residents as the busy summer season approaches. “As we gear up for the summer season, it’s important to prioritize safety and kindness in all our activities and interactions,” shares the Commission. “Let’s...
Winterton And Chew Give Legislative Report During Tuesday Chamber Meeting
Senator Ron Winterton and Representative Scott Chew provided highlights from Utah’s 2025 legislative session during the Vernal Chamber luncheon. Among the items highlighted by Senator Winterton was a bill trying to solve the funding problem created when mineral lease...
Temporary Road Closure During Vernal City 200 South Water Line Replacement
A Vernal City traffic alert has been issued for travelers to be aware of a road closure this week in the downtown area. “The 200 South water line replacement project is underway!” shares Vernal City. “As of [Tuesday], 200 South remains closed to through traffic...
Drug Arrest After Uintah County Home Described As McDonalds Drive Thru
An investigation resulted in arrest last week after a tip came in to law enforcement of possible drug activity at a Uintah County home that was described as like a McDonald’s drive-thru where individuals would briefly go up to a cracked bedroom window, make contact,...
Winifred (Smith) Pilling
Funeral services for Winni Pilling, wife of the late Larry Pilling, will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:00AM at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. A visitation for family and friends will be held Wednesday 9:45-10:45AM at the Funeral Home. Interment will...
Ray Lorainne Hadlock
Funeral services for Ray Lorainne Hadlock will be held Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 12:00pm at the Vernal Christian Church, 1845 W 750 S. Visitation for family and friends will be held that morning from 10:45am ~ 11:45am at the church. Interment will be in the Maeser...
Vernal Oilers Win Monday’s National Championship Game
The Vernal Oilers did what they set out to do and are coming home National Champions! The Oilers defeated the Springfield Pics 6 to 2 during Monday’s USPHL Premier National Championship game. In response to the win, Vernal City Mayor Doug Hammond proclaimed March 24th...
Swastikas Painted In Rock Springs Likely Connected To Nationwide Vandalism
The Rock Springs Police Department is asking for tips from the public after vandalism was discovered on Foothill Blvd on March 22nd. “Rock Springs Police Department received a call about vandalism to the Tesla charging stations,” shares the announcement. “When...










