The Ute Indian Tribe will soon receive major upgrades to internet and telecommunications services for its membership. The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has awarded the tribe over $15.8 million dollars in...
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Uintah School District Breaks Ground On Uintah High Ag Sciences Building
Agriculture sciences has a bright future in Uintah School District. Student leaders of the Uintah FFA Chapter joined representatives from the Uintah School Board, the District Office, Uintah High School, BHI and VCBO Architecture for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the...
‘Flippin The Script On Autism’ Fundraiser Live Today At Pinball Expo
Today is the big day! Pinball enthusiasts from around the world will tune in during a live stream fundraiser all to benefit kids in the Uintah Basin. The ‘Flippin The Script On Autism’ fundraiser is raising money for Learning Solutions, the Vernal based organization...
Dark Sky for the Orionids Meteor Shower at Dinosaur National Monument
Dinosaur National Monument is inviting the public to check out the Orionids meteor shower. The Monument is the perfect place with a dark sky designation to watch the shower. The meteor shower peaks on the night of October 20th until the early morning hours of the 21st...
TriCounty Health Hosting Non-Public Drinking Water System Online Class
TriCounty Health Department is holding an online class today on the topic of non-public drinking water systems. What’s that? David Koons from TriCounty Health explains that some systems provide water for smaller groups or single homes. The class will provide thorough...
Come Play Clue While Experiencing ‘Clue The Musical’ Opening Friday
6 suspects. 6 weapons. 6 rooms. ‘Clue The Musical’, opening tomorrow at Vernal Theatre: Live, is a truly unique experience for all ages. It stays true to its board game roots, even allowing members of the audience to draw the cards to determine the killer, what weapon...
Uintah Alum Helps Teammates Attacked By Grizzly Bear In Wyoming
A Uintah High alum and former Ute wrestler did what he could to help his teammates who were attacked by a grizzly bear on Saturday near Cody, Wyoming. August Harrison of Vernal was shed hunting with three of his Northwest College wrestling teammates on October 15th...
Look For Ballots In The Mail In Uintah County
The general election is taking place on Tuesday, November 8th. Uintah County Clerk/Auditor Mike Wilkins reported on Monday that ballots are in the mail in Uintah County. Anyone with questions about the security of mailing your ballot is encouraged to reach out to the...
Direct Link With Governor Cox Explores Rail In Utah
Rail became the focus of the ‘Direct Link With Governor Cox’ program held last week while he was in southern Utah. Duchesne County Commissioner Greg Miles asked the Governor what he considers the biggest transportation issue on the horizon. Governor Cox’s answer...
FBI: Suspected Bank Robber Arrested
A suspected serial bank robber wanted for robberies in Utah was arrested on Monday in Colorado. The FBI Salt Lake City Field Office announced on Tuesday that the FBI, assisted by the Greenwood Village Police Department, arrested 24-year-old Markee Denzel Hagans of...










