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Students Invited To Submit Flyer Designs For Vernal Chamber Design Contest

Students Invited To Submit Flyer Designs For Vernal Chamber Design Contest

Jan 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce has announced an opportunity for high-school students. The Education Committee is hosting a flyer design contest and the winner will be part of the committee helping with marketing and networking in the community. This is for students ages 16 and older that are willing to attend monthly committee meetings. […]

SNOTEL Report And Comparison

SNOTEL Report And Comparison

Jan 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Snow might not be everyone’s favorite topic but everyone generally understands howmuch it is needed to address drought conditions. The SNOTEL report from January 16threports that the Duchesne River Basin is measuring at 197% of normal for the SnowWater Equivalent and the Northeastern Uintas are at 188%. To put this in perspective, oneyear ago the […]

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Water Leak On Highway 40 In Roosevelt Being Repaired

Jan 18, 2023 · Chaunte Riker · News

Roosevelt City Crews deserve the praise being offered as they were dispatched early Tuesday morning to handle an unexpected disaster. “At 2 a.m. City crews were dispatched to a water leak in Palmer’s parking lot on Highway 40,” shares Roosevelt City. “Crews were able to get the leak turned off, affecting the Metro Hill neighborhood […]

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4th Annual Disabled Outdoorsmen Ice Fishing Event A Great Success

Jan 17, 2023 · Chaunte Riker · News

The 4th annual Disabled Outdoorsmen Ice Fishing event was a huge success on Saturday at Steinaker Reservoir. Disabled Outdoorsmen co-founder Sidney Smith was thrilled that the event had grown once again even with the colder weather. Among the equipment used to assist participants were track chairs which are all-terrain and make ice fishing as well […]

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US-191 Realignment Meeting Today At Vernal City Hall

Jan 17, 2023 · Chaunte Riker · News

Today is the day for the US-191 realignment public hearing in Vernal. Larry Montoya, UDOT Project Manager, explains that the proposed project would eliminate the switchbacks and replace them with longer, more gradual curves that are easier to navigate and safer for all drivers. The project will enhance safety by including an emergency runaway truck […]

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Uintah School Board On District Schedule

Jan 16, 2023 · Chaunte Riker · News

The schedule in Uintah School District continues to be a hot topic and the Uintah School Board is actively gathering information and exploring options. On January 13th, the District released the results of multiple surveys that were distributed as well as attendance and performance data. The results are all available on the home page of […]

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OHV Required Training Available Online

Jan 16, 2023 · Chaunte Riker · News

Ashley National Forest has a suggestion for you this winter while the snow is keeping you inside. Utah’s HB180 requires all adult OHV operators to complete a free Utah Off-Highway Vehicle Education Course. The test became available on January 1st and is required before hitting the trails, whenever that will be. It is a once-in-a-lifetime […]