Kinkaid: Take the Jackboot Off the Neck of America’s Miners
On his last day as Moffat County Commissioner this week, John Kinkaid had some thoughts to share on government regulation hurting his County and beyond.
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Community Partners Sought for Assessment Opportunity
Local leaders are seeking partners to bring a program through the Utah Office of Tourism to Uintah County. Vernal City, Naples City, Uintah County Economic Development and Travel and Tourism, and the Vernal Chamber are combining funds to bring in Roger Brooks International that provides in depth community assessments.
Uintah Wilderness Cadet Squadron to be Headquartered in Vernal
The Utah Wing of the Civil Air Patrol(CAP) announced Wednesday the official launch of the Uintah Wilderness Cadet Squadron, to be headquartered in Vernal.
Statewide Assessment Shows Affordable Housing Gaps
The 2016 Affordable Housing Assessment and Plan reveals details on the rental housing needs for low-income Utahns.
Uintah Basin Cancer Support Group Meets Tonight
The Uintah Basin Cancer Support Group meets tonight for their first meeting of 2017 and all are invited and welcome.
Search Warrant Recovers Stolen Items in Duchesne County
Burglary of Basin homes, businesses and oil field sites have become an unfortunate trend in the slumped economy. Thankfully, law enforcement Basin wide are working hard to prevent future crimes and solve current cases.
Uintah County Commission Approves Agreements
The annual agreement with the Utah Department of Agriculture to provide predator control was before the Uintah County Commission on Monday.
UHP on Highway 40 Accident
Sometimes when dangerous weather conditions exist, it doesn’t matter what a driver does or doesn’t do; an accident can be the result.
TriCounty Health on New Year’s Resolutions
If you’ve set New Year’s resolutions, hopefully they are coming along with success. TriCounty Health Department is encouraging Basin residents to get healthier in 2017 but warn that most people go about it wrong.
Mother Nature Keeping Emergency Services Busy
When asked what is keeping the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office busy this week, Sgt. Brian Fletcher has a quick response: the weather. While there hasn’t been a huge jump in crashes, the weather has resulted in an abundance of slide offs and plenty of vehicles stuck in the snow, all of which law enforcement try to respond to and assist on.
Lapoint Elementary Funded for “Dig-It” School Garden Program
Agriculture is a staple of life in the Lapoint area making a new school program destined for success. Tractor Supply stores across the country have selected schools as recipients of their “Dig-It” school garden grants.
Assignments Outlined for Uintah County Commission
The Uintah County Commission met for their first Commission meeting for 2017 on Monday.