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DWR Birding Event

DWR Birding Event

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

In case you didn’t know, bird watching is a popular hobby in northeastern Utah and the Division of Wildlife Resources is providing an event for all to enjoy. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting just 2 events in the state, one of which will be in Price, to educate those just getting into […]

Police Say ‘Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared’ This Halloween

Police Say ‘Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared’ This Halloween

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Law enforcement agencies are urging families to be smart this Halloween in order to enjoy spooky fun without the frights. “A few simple steps can keep the ‘tricks’ away so you can focus on the ‘treats’: Light it up – Keep outdoor lights on at night to deter unwanted visitors. Bonus: it helps trick-or-treaters find […]

Local Efforts to Provide Meals For Families On SNAP

Local Efforts to Provide Meals For Families On SNAP

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Locals concerned by the loss of SNAP benefits for fellow community members have stepped up to fill the shelves of the food pantry and organize other efforts to get groceries to those in need. SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is affected by the government shutdown that has no clear end in sight. One […]

Duchesne City Election Highlights

Duchesne City Election Highlights

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

If you’ve been hanging onto your ballot as a Duchesne City resident, here’s a few things to know. First, it’s no longer considered safe to mail your ballot if you want it to get in the right hands in time. The drop box located at the Duchesne City Office is open 24/7 until 8pm on […]

8-Year Wildlife Investigation Wraps Up In Rock Springs

8-Year Wildlife Investigation Wraps Up In Rock Springs

Oct 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

An investigation 8 years in the making recently wrapped up in Rock Springs concerning a group’s illegal activity in committing wildlife crimes. Wyoming Game and Fish issued a press release this week sharing that charges stemmed from an investigation into making false statements to procure Wyoming resident licenses, and the illegal take of black bears, […]

Local Halloween Happenings

Local Halloween Happenings

Oct 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

There are plenty of Halloween activities to wrap up the work week. Halloween activities are happening today at the Uintah County Library for the little ones in the morning, for the tweens at 3pm, and a spooky movie at 6pm. The Utah Foster Care candy drop event is also today happening at USU Uintah Basin […]

Drivers Reminded To Watch For Wildlife During Dark Commuting Months

Drivers Reminded To Watch For Wildlife During Dark Commuting Months

Oct 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Daylight savings in the fall means more than just turning clocks back an extra hour. It also means drivers will have evening commutes during lower-visibility hours during a time of peak migration for wildlife. “The peak time to hit deer in Utah is during November,” shares DWR Migration Initiative Coordinator Makeda Hanson. “It coincides with […]

Uintah Football Players Break Records

Uintah Football Players Break Records

Oct 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

This fall has been one of breaking records for several Uintah High football players. Uintah High Athletics shared the news this week. Brody Chivers now holds the Uintah High Football single-season team record for tackles. His 98 tackles surpasses the previous team record of 90 tackles set by Dylan Hanks in 2013. Another record was […]

Daggett County Airstrip Gets Green Light

Daggett County Airstrip Gets Green Light

Oct 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Efforts from the Recreational Aviation Foundation have succeeded in an airstrip in Daggett County that has been closed for nearly 3 decades getting the green light. “Daggett County Commission just recently approved both the Taylor Flat Airstrip [Right Of Way] lease agreement with the BLM, and the application for an FAA identifier for Utah’s Taylor […]

Streets Affected By Today’s Vernal City Water Shut Off

Streets Affected By Today’s Vernal City Water Shut Off

Oct 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Vernal City is spreading the word that water will be shut off today for the following areas: 300 West from 250 North to 400 North, 500 West from 200 North to 400 North, 350 North from 300 West to 356 West, and 400 North from 300 West to 500 West. The anticipated outage is on […]

Colorado’s Wolf Reintroduction Effort Facing New Roadblock

Colorado’s Wolf Reintroduction Effort Facing New Roadblock

Oct 29, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

While Colorado wildlife officials have shared their intent to continue moving forward with wolf reintroduction in the state, their efforts are running into new roadblocks. The Trump administration has informed wildlife officials in Colorado that wolves cannot be imported from Canada or Alaska, where Colorado Parks and Wildlife were exploring and planning. A letter from […]