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Governor Makes Appointment to Eighth District Court

Governor Makes Appointment to Eighth District Court

Nov 22, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A press release from the Governor’s Office announced on Tuesday that Governor Cox has appointed Cameron Beech to the Eighth District Court, filling the vacancy created by Judge Clark McClellan’s retirement. “Cameron’s dedication to justice and his deep ties to the Uintah Basin exemplify the qualities we value in our justice system,” shared Cox. “I […]

Roosevelt City Addresses Roosevelt Aquatic Center Occupancy Concerns

Roosevelt City Addresses Roosevelt Aquatic Center Occupancy Concerns

Nov 22, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Complaints and safety concerns regarding the Roosevelt Aquatic Center have been addressed directly by Roosevelt City. In a press release issued on Thursday, Roosevelt City acknowledged concerns regarding the maximum occupancy of the Roosevelt Aquatic Center pools and deck area. “We want to assure the community that we are committed to meeting public and school […]

Rep. Curtis Introduces SCAM Platform Act

Rep. Curtis Introduces SCAM Platform Act

Nov 22, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Representative John Curtis has introduced legislation that proposes the use of AI to battle an ongoing problem. If passed, the Spam Communications Assessment and Mitigation Platform or SCAM Platform Act would create an AI-powered platform under the FCC. Americans would be able to upload texts, emails, and letters and advanced AI would analyze submissions to determine if […]

Semi Fire Closes Section Of West Highway 40 In Uintah County

Semi Fire Closes Section Of West Highway 40 In Uintah County

Nov 22, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A section of Highway 40 was closed down late Thursday evening due to a vehicle fire. Uintah County Fire Marshal Jeremy Raymond confirmed that it was a semi truck on fire. Traffic was detoured away from Highway 40 as fire crews worked to put the semi fire out. Observers reported that the totalled semi was […]

Uintah County Sheriff’s Office Warns Of Parking Lot Scammers

Uintah County Sheriff’s Office Warns Of Parking Lot Scammers

Nov 22, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

For several weeks, posts have been shared on Facebook community pages warning of individuals approaching people in local parking lots asking for help. The individuals claim to be in a hard circumstance and hope to sell their gold jewelry for cash in order to purchase food for their child. The warnings on Facebook have stated […]

Colorado Northwestern NIFA Flight Team To Compete At Nationals

Colorado Northwestern NIFA Flight Team To Compete At Nationals

Nov 21, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Colorado Northwestern Community College has amazing students and their flight team of the National Intercollegiate Flying Association is proving that. The CNCC NIFA Flight Team has secured an invitation to compete nationally in May. Competing at Region in various categories, the team earned numerous top ten finishes and a total of 311.5 points, resulting in […]

Altamont Jr. Longhorns Celebrate D.A.R.E. Graduation Day

Altamont Jr. Longhorns Celebrate D.A.R.E. Graduation Day

Nov 21, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office is offering their congratulations to the 5th graders of Altamont on graduating from the 2024 D.A.R.E. program. The graduation of the students of Ms. Cassidy and Mrs. Glena was a special event. “It was such a fun class to teach here in Altamont,” shares School Resource Officer Kevin Priebe. “All […]

Holly Days Only Two Weeks Away

Holly Days Only Two Weeks Away

Nov 21, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time to get excited for one of the most popular annual events in the Basin, the Vernal City Holly Days happening Friday, November 29th. Festivities run all day long at Cobble Rock Park, the Uintah County Building, and at Western Park. The Parade of Lights starts at 6pm with lineup of the floats at […]

Uintah County Woman Back In Jail; This Time On Theft Charge

Uintah County Woman Back In Jail; This Time On Theft Charge

Nov 21, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A Uintah County woman is back in Uintah County Jail this month, this time on a felony theft charge. On October 30th, 64-year-old Joanne Lanette Manwaring was taken into custody after showing signs of being under the influence of a controlled substance during a meeting with Adult Probation and Parole, resulting in a charge of 2nd […]

George T. Weldon Construction Named Vernal Chamber Business Of The Month

George T. Weldon Construction Named Vernal Chamber Business Of The Month

Nov 20, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

George T. Weldon Construction was named the November 2024 Business of the Month by the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce. They were recognized during Tuesday’s Chamber luncheon as a “cornerstone of the Uintah Basin, dedicated to supporting its customers, employees, and community. Established in 1975, George T. Weldon Construction started in oil and gas services […]