Drought conditions have wide reaching effects and that includes activities such as fishing. The DWR shares that drought impacts fish by reducing the amount of water available in lakes, reservoirs and streams throughout the state. These are primary habitats for Utah’s...
The Vernal Regional Airport announced a new project that will get underway soon. “The general aviation (G.A.) ramp at the airport is being replaced,” shares the announcement. “The ramp will be under construction starting May 18th through August 15th.” Phase 1 is...
The Ashley Valley Water & Sewer Improvement District has distributed an important message stating that 2026 Water Rates are in effect and rates are higher than 2025. “We are in extreme drought conditions,” shares the message. “Mandatory conservation efforts are...
The Department of Workforce Services has released the latest employment summary for the state. Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for March 2026 increased an estimated 0.6% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 10,400 jobs since March...
The BLM and the Northeastern Utah Mountain Bikers are recruiting volunteers to help on a trail workday. “This workday will focus on regular maintenance for the Corkscrew Mountain Bike Trail, particularly the downhill section that could benefit from some dedicated...
It’s Wildfire Awareness Month and a message from the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands shares that wildfire preparedness also includes understanding how critical infrastructure operates during high-risk conditions. “During periods of extreme wildfire...
A Ballard man is facing felony charges after allegedly stabbing his son with a screwdriver and threatening to kill his family. He is also under investigation for at least 18 additional charges in multiple cases for additional counts of aggravated assault and child...
A report of retail theft at Vernal’s Walmart led to a list of felony charges for the accused. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers responded to a report of shoplifting and made contact with Blaine Harrison Duggins, who was pushing a cart containing...
Festivities are planned for the dedication of the new boat ramp on the White River in the Town of Rangely, Colorado. A press release from the Town of Rangely shares that the new ramp is officially called River’s Edge East at Rangely and is located near Camper Park....
Tonight and tomorrow are the final two nights to catch a production from Uintah Theatre’s most contemporary season on record. “We’ve been very lucky to have a season of really current shows,” shares Uintah Director Christopher Piner. “We started with Harry Potter and...