Naples City’s hunt for a new City Manager is wrapping up very quickly as well as the open Administrative Secretary position. Both jobs opened on June 21st and are closing on July 22nd. Those interested in applying should submit a Naples City Job Application, copies of the required certifications, a resume, criminal background check and three references to Naples City, attention Mayor Dean Baker.
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‘Friends Against Family Violence’ Give Fiscal Year Report
An organization committed to serving the community provided a Fiscal Year report earlier this month and it’s amazing all that’s been achieved. Friends Against Family Violence accomplished 411 crisis calls, 47 individuals sheltered, 831 case management services provided, and 9 clients rehoused.
‘Touch of Utah’ Food Box a Unique Way of Helping Farmers and Ranchers
Food subscription boxes are a growing trend and a unique take on that concept is aimed at helping Utah farmers and ranchers, including in the Uintah Basin.
Naples City Hosting Summer Fest and Fireworks on the 24th
Naples City wants to continue to build community traditions and is taking a giant leap in the right direction this weekend. Basin Summer Fest is being held at the Naples City Park on Saturday, July 24th. “This will be the biggest event ever hosted by Naples City,” shares Naples City Mayor Dean Baker.
Senator Lee Makes Speech on Uncontrolled Federal Spending
The federal government is hitting new historic highs in federal debt and Utah Senator Mike Lee spoke out against the uncontrolled federal spending in a speech before the Senate. “For a long time, I and others have talked about how this will affect our children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren down the road.
Roosevelt Man Dies in Tragic Accident in Provo Canyon
A tragic accident resulted in the death of a Roosevelt man on Saturday in Provo Canyon. The Utah County Sheriff’s Office issued a press release on Sunday sharing that on July 17th, shortly after 7:00pm, Deputies with the Utah County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a report of a man and a nine year old boy missing near Bridal Veil Falls in Provo Canyon.
East Weaver Fire 100 Percent Contained
Crews will continue to monitor a fire on the Uintah and Ouray Indian Reservation that reached 100 percent containment on Saturday. According to the Uintah and Ouray Wildland Fire program, the East Weaver Fire was called in on Thursday, located in the Hill Creek area southeast of Weaver Reservoir.
Drought Affecting Boating Season as Boat Ramps Continue Closing
More and more boat ramps around the state are being closed down due to low water levels thanks to the drought. State Parks is keeping their website up to date of which parks have ramps closing and while the Uintah Basin locations remain open, it is anticipated it is just a matter of time before they too are closed.
TriCounty Health Hosting Back To School Vaccine Clinics
Kids you may want to cover your ears but the reality is Back To School planning and events are underway. Like every year, TriCounty Health Department is hosting Back To School vaccine clinics around the Basin. Kindergarten and 7th grade students need boosters for school. The vaccines available include Varicella, HPV, Dtap, Hep A, Polio, Hep B, and MMR.
DWR: Please Report Otter Sightings
Citizens of the Uintah Basin that enjoy the treat of seeing a river otter are asked to report the experience to biologists with the Department of Wildlife Resources. The DWR shares that in 1899, the Utah State Fish and Game Commission classified the otter as a rare species, and the state legislature protected them from harvest that same year.