Rifle Police are alerting community members of a significant traffic delay scheduled for today, Wednesday, January 27th, as crews recover a Fedex truck from the Colorado River. Eastbound I-70 traffic between Rifle and Glenwood Springs will be seriously delayed due to the vehicle recovery. The major traffic impacts are expected to begin at 9am and last until dark.
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Ashley Regional Adds Services to Best Serve Families Who Experience Infant Loss
Ashley Regional Medical Center has partnered with nonprofit ‘Rachel’s Gift, Inc.’ to help serve families who experience infant loss. “Ashley Regional Women’s Center has implemented a comprehensive and compassionate bereavement education course and program beginning January 2021,” shares the hospital’s press release.
National Guard Assisting TriCounty Health in COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
TriCounty Health Department has recruited some great help as they undertake the task of distributing the COVID-19 vaccine to those 70 years old and older. According to a Monday TriCounty Health press release, the National Guard has come in this week to assist with scheduling and other areas where help is needed.
Uintah County Commission Special Service District Budget Allocation
Among the many items on their Monday agenda, the Uintah County Commission went over the Special Service Districts budget allocation. Projecting the 2021 budget based on the 2020 mineral lease allocations, Commissioners estimate the 2021 budget at $10 million dollars.
Vernal PD Reminder: Vehicle Registration Reminder Cards No Longer Mailed
Change can be hard but it's time for Utahns to embrace that an old system of reminders is no longer happening. Vernal PD shared a public service announcement on Monday reminding all that Vehicle Registration reminder cards are no longer being sent out through the mail by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
Buckskin Hills Ski and Snow Hill Staying Busy and Drawing Visitors Far and Wide
The Buckskin Hills Ski and Snow Hill is drawing visitors from far and wide. According to Uintah County Travel and Tourism Director Lesha Coltharp, the facility is a huge success and meeting all goals established for its operation”,2021-01-26 16:11:33″
Decrease in Visitation to Dinosaur National Monument in 2020
2020 saw a decrease in visitation to Dinosaur National Monument. According to a press release from the National Park Service, recreational visits for 2020 at Dinosaur National Monument tallied a total of 264,266 – an 11.3% decrease over the 2019 annual visitation.
Congressman Blake Moore to Serve on House Armed Services Committee
Congressman Blake Moore has been selected to serve on the House Armed Services Committee in the 117th Congress. “Representative Blake Moore’s experience in the Indo-Pacific will make him a critical asset to the House Armed Services Committee,” said Ranking Member Mike Rogers.
Ute Indian Tribe: Leasing Ban Violates Principle of Tribal Sovereignty
The Ute Indian Tribe Business Committee has a clear message in response to the 60-day leasing and permitting ban. The letter is written to acting Secretary of the Interior Scott de la Vega requesting that Order 3395 is immediately amended to exclude energy permits and approvals on Indian lands.
Local Leaders on Legislation That Would Change Distribution of PILT Monies
Local leaders are weighing in on a bill proposed in the Utah Legislature that if passed would have a significant fiscal impact on counties. Naturally, the Public Lands Counsel and Utah Association of Counties are opposed to such impacts that SB 44 “Payment in Lieu of Taxes Funds for Counties” would have.