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Search and Rescue Locate 14-Year-Old Lost In Uintas

Search and Rescue Locate 14-Year-Old Lost In Uintas

Aug 14, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Family time enjoying the Uintas turned into a terrifying experience for one family over the weekend. Summit County Search and Rescue, assisted by Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue and other resources, were called in on Saturday, August 10th just after 5:00pm when a 911 call came in that a 14-year-old had been separated […]

Uintah Basin Youth Chamber Orchestra Open House Tomorrow

Uintah Basin Youth Chamber Orchestra Open House Tomorrow

Aug 14, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s almost time for another season of the Uintah Basin Youth Chamber Orchestra and the organization is inviting all interested in learning about the organization to an Open House tomorrow evening. “The Uintah Basin Youth Chamber Orchestra is comprised of the most dedicated young string instrumentalists in the Basin,” shares Executive Director Clayton Johnson. “We […]

Wild Horse Roundup Underway This Week In Sand Wash Basin

Wild Horse Roundup Underway This Week In Sand Wash Basin

Aug 14, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Bureau of Land Management is gathering up wild horses in western Colorado’s Sand Wash Basin this week. The Craig Daily Press reports that the bait-trap removal operation plans to gather up to 60 horses. 45 of those are expected to be removed from the range while 15 mares will undergo fertility control measures and […]

Duchesne Volunteer Fire Department Wildland Fire Safety

Duchesne Volunteer Fire Department Wildland Fire Safety

Aug 14, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Duchesne Volunteer Fire Department continues to utilize social media to educate the public on fire safety. While wet weather can be helpful, it also can come with increased risk of wildfire due to lightning strikes. Regardless of the weather there are steps that can be taken to protect your home. “The roof and exterior […]

Sexual Assault At Workplace Results In Felony Charge

Sexual Assault At Workplace Results In Felony Charge

Aug 13, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A sexual assault that allegedly took place on a worksite in Uintah County has resulted in a criminal charge for the accused. According to the Probable Cause Statement, 43-year-old Joel Ocampo Martinez was working on a job site in Uintah County on July 24th when he approached a female also working at the job site […]

‘The Frontmen’ In Concert This Thursday At The Uintah County Fair

‘The Frontmen’ In Concert This Thursday At The Uintah County Fair

Aug 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time for the 2024 Uintah County Fair and this year’s concert is not one to miss. ‘The Frontmen’ are 3 former lead singers, namely: Larry Stewart of Restless Heart, Richie McDonald formerly of Lonestar, and Tim Rushlow formerly of Little Texas, and this amazing trio is performing on August 15th at the Western Park. […]

Volunteers Needed For Dinosaur National Monument Graffiti Removal

Volunteers Needed For Dinosaur National Monument Graffiti Removal

Aug 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Dinosaur National Monument officials are recruiting volunteers for a clean up event next week. “The park archeologist has detected charcoal and etched graffiti on non-cultural rock surfaces along the Box and Hog Canyon trails,” shares officials. “Dinosaur National Monument needs your help removing this graffiti, which is damaging the natural scenery and disrupting visitor experiences…Potential […]

Red Springs Group Campground Reopens After Restoration

Red Springs Group Campground Reopens After Restoration

Aug 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ashley National Forest announced this week the reopening of the Red Springs Group Campground after substantial restoration. “The campground has a brand-new facelift, with resurfacing of the campground roads and spurs, installation of new site furniture, replacement of restroom facilities, new fencing, and additional picnic tables and day-use areas,” shares the announcement. “Future improvements of […]

Merger Announcement Means Restart Of Uintah County Refinery

Merger Announcement Means Restart Of Uintah County Refinery

Aug 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Tar Sands Holdings II, LLC, which owns refining and real estate assets and minerals and mining rights in Vernal, and Integrated Rail and Resources Acquisition Corporation(IRRX), announced Monday a merger of the two companies resulting in a NASDAQ exchange listing. In an interview with Evans Family Media, IRRX Chairman and CEO Mark Michel explains that […]

Big Gulch Fire 80 Percent Contained

Big Gulch Fire 80 Percent Contained

Aug 12, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Crews have continued working on the Big Gulch Fire in Moffat County and progress isfinally happening on the containment line. The latest report states that aerial mapping hasprovided a better estimate on the affected area. The BLM data states that the Big GulchFire covers 1,161 acres and it was 80 percent contained as of Friday. […]