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Former Flaming Gorge Days Fund Manager To Serve Prison Time

Former Flaming Gorge Days Fund Manager To Serve Prison Time

May 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The former manager of funds over Green River’s Flaming Gorge Days event will serveprison time for her theft of funds meant for the 2023 event. Wyoming 3rd District CourtJudge Bluemel sentenced Jennifer Nicole Melvin to 4 to 8 years in the state prisonfollowed by 3 years of supervised probation. Melvin changed her plea from Not […]

Vernal Ranger District Forest Road Update: Many Roads Still Impassable

Vernal Ranger District Forest Road Update: Many Roads Still Impassable

May 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

If you’ve been eager for May 1st because that’s the day that road gates are opened on theVernal Ranger District, you may want to listen up before heading for the forest. Whilethis allows access to locations within lower elevations and areas clear of snow, rememberthat many roads are still impassable and all travelers are urged […]

USSD1 Presents Checks For Higher Education

USSD1 Presents Checks For Higher Education

May 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The opportunity for higher education in the Uintah Basin continues to grow withscholarships helping pave the way forward for all students. Uintah Special ServiceDistrict 1 is among the largest contributors to these local scholarships and a special checkpresentation ceremony was held this week to continue that tradition. SSD1 ExecutiveDirector Cheryl Meier presented Utah State University […]

DWR: Where To See Migrating Birds This Month

DWR: Where To See Migrating Birds This Month

May 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Wildlife migrations are in full swing in Utah and the Division of Wildlife Resources hasthe scoop on bird watching in northeastern Utah. Mountain reservoirs like Big Sandwash,Matt Warner, Red Fleet and Steinaker Reservoir are great places to view migratingcommon loons. You can also often see pelicans at Matt Warner Reservoir this time ofyear. All of […]

UBTech Titans Shine at State SkillsUSA Competition

UBTech Titans Shine at State SkillsUSA Competition

May 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

UBTech shared exciting news on Wednesday. According to their announcement, studentsfrom Uintah Basin Technical College once again demonstrated their talent at theSkillsUSA Utah Leadership and Skills Conference. “Eighty-six UBTech studentsparticipated in the event, showcasing their talents across various disciplines. The resultswere nothing short of remarkable, as UBTech students clinched a staggering 51 medals,marking a record-breaking […]

Garden Rake Fight Escalates To Arrest For Aggravated Assault

Garden Rake Fight Escalates To Arrest For Aggravated Assault

May 1, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A Duchesne County man was arrested over the weekend for an incident on April 13th that escalated with his neighbors. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an argument between 2 individuals had escalated as a third individual, 66-year-old Linnie Vince Isbell, stepped in. The individual being shoved and confronted by Isbell retreated into his […]

Lost Wallet Lands In The Wrong Hands

Lost Wallet Lands In The Wrong Hands

May 1, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A lost wallet in the wrong hands can result in a lot of damage to the victim. Thankfully, police in Uintah County were able to arrest an individual who recently chose to make purchases rather than return a lost wallet. On April 24th, a victim reported losing a wallet while on a run along 1500 […]

House Passes Rep. Curtis’ WEST Act

House Passes Rep. Curtis’ WEST Act

May 1, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Yesterday, the U.S House of Representatives passed the Western Economic Security Today Act that was introduced by Utah Representative John Curtis. The WEST Act received bipartisan support. “It is critical that Utah’s land remains under the stewardship of those who have tended it for generations,” said Rep. Curtis after the bill passed in the House. “The rule […]

Ladies Night Out Raises $45,000 To Help Victims Of Trafficking

Ladies Night Out Raises $45,000 To Help Victims Of Trafficking

May 1, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ladies with big hearts attended the 10th annual Ladies Night Out in Vernal to help child victims of trafficking. The grand total for this year’s event to benefit Rapha International was an astounding $45,000 dollars. This is a significant jump from last year’s wonderful event that raised $31,500 dollars and even the year before with $34,255 […]

Local Agencies Recognized For Outstanding Response To Critical Incident

Local Agencies Recognized For Outstanding Response To Critical Incident

May 1, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Local law enforcement and emergency medical personnel were recognized during the April 25th Naples City Council meeting. A letter from Naples Police Chief Nathan Simper was shared, stating: “In recognition of outstanding teamwork, professionalism, and courage displayed during a critical incident on February 28th, 2024, involving a shooting incident with two victims and an armed […]

Vernal PD Shares Officer Injury Update And Ways To Support

Vernal PD Shares Officer Injury Update And Ways To Support

May 1, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Vernal PD gave an update on Tuesday concerning the hospitalized Vernal PD officer. “The Vernal police officer injured in the line of duty, Sergeant Chad Watt, is a 25-year veteran who has dedicated his entire career serving Vernal City,” shares the announcement. “Sergeant Watt sustained multiple gunshot wounds, and is currently in stable condition and […]