Like so many downtowns across the country, Vernal City is looking to reinvent itself. Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion gave an update on the Downtown Revitalization project during the Vernal Chamber luncheon last week and had a positive report.
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Uintah FFA Celebrating National FFA Week
Uintah FFA is celebrating National FFA Week this week and they are inviting the community to get in on the action. During a radio interview on Eagle Country 105.5 KLCY, Uintah FFA Chapter President Scotlyn Williams explained what FFA is all about.
Friends Of The Utah Field House 2021 Annual Report
If you thought working or volunteering for a field house might be boring, think again! Last week, the Friends of the Utah Field House made their annual report for 2021 and despite COVID shutting down some of the annual events, like Dippy’s birthday party, the crew enjoyed a successful and busy year.
Service Opportunities To Help Patients Of Uintah Basin Healthcare
As a non-profit hospital, Uintah Basin Medical Center appreciates all donations to benefit patients and their families, especially for those that have experienced infant loss.
Flaming Gorge Ranger District Hires Interim District Ranger
The Flaming Gorge Ranger District has named an interim District Ranger. Marshall Alford is filling the shoes of District Ranger for the next few months as the district seeks to permanently fill the position. The previous District Ranger, Curt Booher, recently accepted a position in Oregon.
DWR Explains the Destiny of the Tooth Hunters Submit After Limited Entry Hunt
Individuals might wonder why the DWR requests that hunters submit a lower incisor (a front, middle tooth from the bottom jaw) of elk, mule deer, pronghorn, moose, mountain goat or bighorn sheep from a limited-entry or once-in-a-lifetime hunt.
Angler Dies After Falling Through Ice At Steinaker Reservoir
Extreme caution is urged when out on the ice after a tragedy occurred over the weekend. The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office reports that at 9:14 a.m. on February 19th, emergency crews were dispatched to Steinaker Reservoir on the report of a man who fell through the ice while fishing.
Winter Weather Advisory Issued For Eastern Uinta Mountains
In case the mellow weather has fooled you into thinking spring is knocking on the door, here’s a reality check. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Eastern Uinta Mountains.
Ute Football Coach Named Utah High School Boys Wrestling Coach Of The Year
Not only is the Ute Boys Wrestling team back-to-back state champs, their coach has received a coveted award for the second year in a row. Coach Phillip Keddy was selected by his peers as the recipient of the Utah High School Boys Wrestling Coach of the Year award.
Uintah Dinos Compete at Special Olympics Snowshoe Invitational
It was a great day of fun and competition at the Special Olympics Snowshoe Invitational held over the weekend. The Uintah Dinos were prepared and competed well. A special element this year was that Shane Murray attended, not as an athlete, but instead as the new assistant coach to the team.