Competition for the 6th Annual Rise and Thrive Business Speed-Pitch Competition is underway. While the cash prizes are a major draw for those competing, there are other valuable awards for the winners to get the education needed for further success. The top 3 winners...
Month: February 2026
Three Chances Left To See ‘Into The Woods’
The talented cast of ‘Into The Woods’ is halfway through their run at Vernal Theatre Live and all involved are enjoying the unique weaving of stories this production delivers. “Into the Woods is one of my favorite shows and I’m so glad I have the opportunity to do...
Safety Message Shared After Tragedy At Community College In Rock Springs
Western Wyoming Community College in Rock Springs, Wyoming, has shared a press release following the death of a student on Sunday. “With the permission of her family, we share that Meeka Iwen’s death was the result of suicide,” shared the announcement. “This news has...
Man On Probation Arrested For Drugs And Failure To Register
A probation check in Duchesne County ended in arrest and additional charges earlier this month. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, during the AP&P compliance check it was discovered that Jeremias Brian Mullins had been using and was in possession of...
Senator Curtis Responds To Announcement Of New Patent Office
A new community engagement office that is part of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is opening in Utah and it’s a big deal. U.S. Senator John Curtis provided a statement following the announcement that the new office will be opened at the University of Utah....
Watch For Community Wellbeing Survey In Vernal City
Vernal City is known for providing opportunities for the community to give input and a new partnership is approaching for the community to contribute to the conversation on the community’s wellbeing. Vernal City has signed on to be part of Utah State University’s Utah...
Uintah School District Announcements
Uintah School District has several important announcements. First, the District will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, February 25th, at 4 p.m. for the purpose of approving capital outlay projects for Fiscal Year 2027. The meeting will be held in the boardroom at...
Small Town Comeback-Utah’s Vertical Frontier: Building Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata
The documentary series Small Town Comeback has released its new episode, chronicling the creation of Utah’s first free public via ferrata. The episode is titled, ‘Utah’s Vertical Frontier: Building Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata’. “Set against the dramatic cliffs of Ashley...
Vernal City Photo Contest
Whether it's one of the local community events or an adventure outdoors, there are endless photo opportunities in the Uintah Basin and Vernal City wants locals to share what is hiding in their camera rolls. “We’re inviting our community to help capture what makes...
Drugs Found During AP&P Compliance Check
A compliance check with AP&P in Duchesne County ended in arrest after drugs were found in the home. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a K-9 conducted a search of the residence and alerted to two areas which were searched. Two small bags positive for...










