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The Uintah County mom already facing a child abuse charge for allegedly putting Borax in her children’s water was arrested this week on a separate child abuse charge after her 8-year-old son was found walking in the middle of the road at night. According to the...

Things got intense at the Walmart gas station early this week when a man became angry about another vehicle playing loud music. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, over $1700 in property damage was caused when a man approached the vehicle with the music...

Don’t be alarmed if you hear prolonged sirens on Saturday morning in Vernal along Highway 40. Local officers are just taking the time to spread some Christmas cheer to a group of local children. The annual Shop With A Cop starts with breakfast at the Elk’s Lodge and...

It’s not surprising but the beauty of the Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic Byway is getting attention for its gorgeous views. OnlyInYourState.com published a list of Bucket-List-Level Views in Utah on Thursday and placed the Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic...

December is hopping at the Uintah County Library. As you might expect, Santa has been at the library along with other holiday activities so far but there’s more than just holly jolly activities this month. In fact, this month on December 16th, the Uintah County...

Demolition planned on the Lamplighter property acquired by Vernal City is moving forward as Vernal City is now soliciting proposals from demolition contractors. “This project includes full demolition and removal of the Lamplighter building complex and associated site...

A Phase Two of the Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata is under consideration. A news release from Uintah County shared that on Wednesday, Dave Shallenberger with Access Utah presented new Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata route concepts at the Uintah County Commission work session. A...

Three men have been charged in an alleged incident of roping, riding, and dragging a cow moose in southwestern Wyoming. Videos and pictures from the events were captured on video in 2021 and are the basis of the summons to bring the three men to Evanston Circuit Court...

Nominations are now open for the UBTech Way Award. UBTech announced on Wednesday that each December, the College invites the public to nominate individuals who exemplify putting students first, strengthening community ties, and leading through service. These honorees...

Ice fishing is a popular winter activity in northeastern Utah and here’s a few things to know ahead of time. “Staying safe is the most important aspect of ice fishing — and staying safe includes staying warm,” shares the DWR announcement. “Be sure to dress in layers...