A jury found a former Craig Councilman Guilty of charges associated with an internet predator sting near Denver nearly two years ago. According to the Arrest Affidavit, Brian Paul Mackenzie was arrested on October 11th, 2019 for the crimes of Internet Luring of a Child, Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child, and Criminal Attempt Sexual Assault on a Child.
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Uintah High School Holds 9/11 Day of Remembrance
On Thursday morning, Uintah High School students gathered for an annual tradition. Every year on or near September 11th, the student body of Uintah High School gathers outside at the flag pole for a special ceremony. The school’s old flag is retired and a new flag is raised in its place.
COVID-19 Transmission Index and Update (9/9-9/15)
As of Thursday, September 9th, TriCounty Health Department reported 6,243 total COVID-19 cases in the tri-county area to date, an increase of 97 new cases from the day before. According to Thursday’s data, there are currently 849 active cases.
Uintah County Library Invites Community to Nostalgic Movie Night on Fridays
Uintah County Library has your Friday date night or family night covered with movie nights featuring nostalgic movie favorites from the 80s and 90s. Librarian Marriah Jackson said, "Our first movie was on the Friday before Labor Day, and despite being a busy weekend for families, we were happy to have had a great night.
Poker Night Tonight Supporting Upcoming ‘Out of the Darkness’ Walk
Tonight is Poker Night at the Elk’s Lodge in Vernal and all the fun will be supporting a very important cause. September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day and the proceeds from tonight will go to local suicide prevention efforts in coordination with the annual ‘Out of the Darkness’ Walk coming up September 25th at the Colton Pavilion.
Duchesne County School District COVID-19 Numbers By School
Duchesne County School District has a reminder for community members. “[The district’s COVID-19] protocols include a plan that, if positive test case numbers reach a certain threshold, would result in online instruction for a time,” shares the announcement.
‘Always Enough; Live The Story’ Suicide Awareness Walk and Banquet to Help Local Family
It is National Suicide Prevention Week and an upcoming event in Vernal aims to spread awareness and help a local family trying to get back on their feet.
Rifle Municipal Court Announces Bench Warrant Amnesty Day
Want to avoid being arrested on a Rifle Municipal Court warrant? Rifle Police Department has shared that the court is offering anyone with an outstanding warrant the opportunity to come handle the case and get rid of the warrant without fear of being arrested.
How to Protect Against West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus is in the news after a northern Utah resident died from the virus. While there has not been a report of West Nile Virus activity in the Uintah Basin yet, health department officials say it is only a matter of time and all should take precautions now.
*Cancelled* Kokanee Salmon Viewing at Sheep Creek Event
*Event Cancelled*
A magical annual event in Daggett County is around the corner. “We’re hoping to see really good numbers of kokanee in their bright red, spawning colors,”said DWR Northeastern Region Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby.