Naples City will have a new Mayor in 2026 and Stephanie Adams is one of two mayoral candidates. “As a mayoral hopeful, I am deeply passionate about keeping Naples City a safe, welcoming haven to raise families,” shares Adams. “Our city’s unique character and strong...
Month: September 2025
Intoxicated Man Steals Beer, Cigarettes, And Taquito Before Heading To Library
An intoxicated man in Vernal who was out looking for a fight earlier this month found himself arrested as a result. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers were called to a Naples residence on 2000 East on a report of a man who threw a beer can at a...
Local Law Enforcement Leaders Among Those Praised By Governor
Local law enforcement agencies attended an annual meeting of Utah’s Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police this week. Governor Spencer Cox was present and emphasized his deep respect and gratitude for Utah’s law enforcement agencies. “You guys deal with the hardest things...
Ballard Mayoral Candidate Nile Mathisen Highlights Challenges Of Uintah County’s West End
There will be a new Mayor for Ballard City in 2026 and the unopposed Mayoral candidate recently participated in a question and answer session focused on the challenges facing Uintah County’s west side. Nile Mathisen and his wife Annette are lifelong Uintah Basin...
RACKET! Local Board Game Enthusiast Launches New Game
Prosecutor by day, board game creator by night…Naples' own Jarell Dillman has been an avid board game enthusiast for over 25 years and his latest game release RACKET is ready for family game night. RACKET is described as an action packed game of mobsters, influence,...
State Of Utah Fire Restriction Rescindment
Fall weather has moved in and another fire restriction has been rescinded. The State of Utah announced the following this week: Moderated fire danger indices and improved weather conditions have resulted in reduced wildfire hazard for Utah. As a result, Stage 1 fire...
DWR: Waterfowl Hunting Season Has Arrived
Waterfowl hunting season is finally here and the Division of Wildlife Resources has some reminders for those ready to get out hunting. With the exception of tundra swans, the rest of the waterfowl hunts in Utah are open to anyone with a hunting or combination license....
Uintah County Horse Tests Positive For West Nile Virus
A horse in Uintah County has tested positive for West Nile Virus. According to an EquiManagement press release, the 2-year-old unvaccinated Quarter Horse mare tested positive after developing clinical signs on September 15th, including ataxia which affects...
Public Input Received On Proposal For Raise For Uintah County Elected Officials
Community members filled the Uintah County Commission Chambers on Tuesday to give feedback on a proposal to increase pay for Uintah County elected officials and Executive County Officers. Commissioners John Laursen and Sonja Norton were present to gather the public...
Duchesne County Fall Burn Window Open
The Duchesne County fall burn window is now open. All controlled burns must be reported to Central Dispatch and a burn permit is required. Burning barrels are illegal and no household garbage can be burned. Only burn in a clean area that is away from any structures...










