The Utah Climate Center through Utah State University issued a winter outlook focused on northern Utah this week. It is officially a La Nina winter this year which typically means drier than normal conditions for the south but, thankfully, the northern half of the state is just as likely to experience near normal precipitation.
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Application Window Coming up For Spring Turkey Hunting Permits
You missed the legal window for hunting if you hoped to get out and harvest your own turkey for this year’s Thanksgiving but wildlife officials have the scoop on hunting for next year’s feast. The Division of Wildlife Resources shares that the application period for the spring 2022 limited-entry turkey hunt opens December 1st and must be submitted by December 27th.
Craig Police Warn Of Advertising Scam
Another day, another scam, and this time it's the Craig Police Department that is urging the public to wise up. This particular scam comes in the mail. It is an advertising scam and even comes with a check to cash. “As you know if it's too good to be true it probably is, and in this case, it's no good.
Duchesne County Libraries and USU Extension Join Forces Spreading Christmas Cheer
What better way to say thank you and Merry Christmas than with some holiday treats? The folks of the Duchesne County Library System and USU Extension Office are busy today preparing breakfast goodie bags to share with patrons during the holiday season. The Take and Make holiday bags are always a hit.
Fatal Crash Near Vernal On Highway 40 Tuesday Morning
A fatal crash occurred on Tuesday on November 16th at approximately 11:16 am on Highway 40 near Vernal. According to Utah Highway Patrol, a gray Jeep Cherokee SUV was traveling west on Highway 40 at milepost 139.
Prosecutors Drop Sexual Abuse Charge Against Bishop Due To Additional Evidence
Prosecutors have dropped the sexual abuse charge against a former bishop after prosecutors considered additional evidence. On September 16th, 63-year-old James Douglas Robinson was charged with 2nd Degree Felony Forcible Sexual Abuse after a 15-year-old female claimed that he had touched her inappropriately in the summer during a church camp in Duchesne County.
Hotel Vernal Haunt Donates Record Breaking Amounts To Local Charities
All who were part of the 2021 Hotel Vernal Haunt were invited to a celebration dinner last night where the record breaking amounts donated to this year’s charities were announced.
Enjoy Christmas Magic At The Enchanted Forest Event This Weekend
Christmas magic will be in abundant supply this weekend at the Enchanted Forest in Roosevelt. This year’s charity event will benefit the Duchesne County Sub For Santa effort for the holidays.
Uintah High School Sterling Scholars Announced
High school seniors from across Utah will compete in the Sterling Scholar competition in the spring and Uintah High School has announced its representatives.
Near Total Eclipse Of Moon To Be Visible Friday Morning If Weather Cooperates
A near total eclipse of the moon will be visible locally early Friday morning if weather cooperates. According to NASA Solar System Ambassador to Utah Patrick Wiggins, Utahns will be treated to a near total eclipse of the Moon on November 19th.