Mile Marker 166 Fire Continues to Burn
The Mile Marker 166 Fire continues to burn though crews are working hard towards containment. According to fire information officer Kelsey Birchell, the goal for containment is today, June 1st.
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Tickets Open for Historic Utah Symphony Concert in Dinosaur National Monument
The opportunity to be part of a historical event in Dinosaur National Monument opened Wednesday and has a narrow window. The Utah Symphony is making their final stop this summer on their “Great American Road Trip” within the boundaries of the actual monument on September 2nd.
Summer Day Trips Underway
Today is the first day for summer day trips through Uintah County Travel and Tourism. Every Wednesday through July 26th a new adventure is available starting today with the trip to Fantasy Canyon. Next Wednesday is to the Jones Hole Fish Hatchery.
Vernal Excitement Kicks Off Thursday
Another year of Vernal Excitement kicks off Thursday with an evening of free entertainment and activities at the park in front of the Uintah County Library. The season of Thursday night activities will launch with a talent show for ages 21 and under.
Fire Burns Over 900 Acres East of Jensen
A brush fire has burned over 900 acres between Jensen and the Utah-Colorado border as of Tuesday night. The closest structures to the fire are located in Jensen but none were considered in danger.
Fatal Motorcycle Crash on SR-35
Excessive speed is being investigated as a contributing factor in a fatal motorcycle crash on SR-35 between Kamas and Tabiona on Sunday. According to Utah Highway Patrol, a husband and wife were traveling westbound on separate motorcycles at approximately 4:00pm.
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Celebrated During Peace Officer Week
The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office received a load of appreciation last week as part of National Peace Officer Week 2017. According to the Sheriff’s Office, every day of the week a special token was shown from the community.
Fishing with the Fox Adding Adventure to Family Fun Time
Fish are being caught, tags are being turned in, and prizes are being doled out. Fishing with the Fox and the Division of Wildlife Resources are incentivizing family fishing this summer. Over 400 fish have been tagged in Pelican Lake alone while over a hundred more are tagged in Moose Pond and the lower Stillwater Pier Pond.
Sheriff’s Office Urges Seatbelt Usage
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office is urging all travelers to wear seatbelts. Memorial Day weekend is among the busiest travel weekends of the year and kicks off the annual vacation season. “We are participating in the statewide Click It or Ticket campaign and want to stress the importance of wearing our seatbelts always.
Free Fishing Day Events
June 10th is Free Fishing Day in Utah and the Division of Wildlife Resources is holding three events in northeastern Utah. “If you have a spouse, teenager, or a friend who you want to introduce to fishing,” shares DWR biologist Randy Oplinger, “Free Fishing Day is a great day and way to do it.
Duchesne Man Killed in Fatal Highway 40 Crash
A tragic car crash on Highway 40 near Park City took the life of a Duchesne man just after midnight on Friday night. According to Utah Highway Patrol, a 2014 Kenworth semi truck hauling double tankers was traveling west on SR-40 near mile post 6 in the right lane.
Delays to Kick in on Highway 40 Construction
Travel delays are about to begin on the Highway 40 widening project in Duchesne County. UDOT crews are working to widen the road to five lanes from 6250 South in Myton to Pole Line Road in Roosevelt.