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Upcoming Ice Fishing Events

Upcoming Ice Fishing Events

Jan 10, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The DWR is keeping ice fishing enthusiasts informed of upcoming events: Hosted by Buckboard Marina at Flaming Gorge and sponsored by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, the third annual Mac Attack Fishing Derby is geared toward helping control the population of small lake trout, under 25 inches, at Flaming Gorge. This contest will be […]

Uintah Wrestling Programs Find Success At 51st Tournament of Champions

Uintah Wrestling Programs Find Success At 51st Tournament of Champions

Jan 9, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Wrestlers and fans traveled from throughout the region for a weekend of intense competition at the 51st annual Tournament of Champions in Vernal over the weekend. The boys wrestling tournament took place at the Western Park. Uintah placed 2nd with 260 team points with Payson edging them out for 1st with 262.5 team points. Juab […]

Uintah Basin Speaker Series Featuring Dr. Judson Byrd Finley

Uintah Basin Speaker Series Featuring Dr. Judson Byrd Finley

Jan 9, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah Basin Speaker Series provides insightful, relevant community topics to spark conversations and this month the speaker will be Dr. Judson Byrd Finley. Judson Finley is currently a professor of anthropology and the head of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Utah State University. Judson has worked at USU since 2012, and before […]

DWR Having Bald Eagle Viewing Event In Randlett

DWR Having Bald Eagle Viewing Event In Randlett

Jan 9, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

There is nothing quite as iconic as the bald eagle. February is the best time to see these beautiful birds in Utah. According to Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources, “bald eagles fly to Utah in the winter to find food and escape colder conditions farther north. By the time February arrives, hundreds of eagles are […]

‘Joy Jars’ Service Project To Bring Smiles To Local Children

‘Joy Jars’ Service Project To Bring Smiles To Local Children

Jan 9, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah High students really stepped up to help the vulnerable in the community last month. Not only did students bring donations for the annual charity Quarter Roll but they also went all in on a special service project. 9th grade English teacher KayLee Butler has been leading the Joy Jars project for several years and […]

Uintah Basin Broadcast Media Merger Announced

Uintah Basin Broadcast Media Merger Announced

Jan 9, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Evans Family Media has officially acquired Duchesne County radio station’s KNEU and Jack FM. The FCC granted approval of the merger in December and the media company took possession of the Ballard station on January 3rd. “KNEU is Duchesne County’s heritage country radio station and it will remain classic country,” shares Evans Family Media owner […]

UBTech Titan Mascot Designs Ready For Community Votes

UBTech Titan Mascot Designs Ready For Community Votes

Jan 6, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time to vote for your favorite UBTech Titan design! UBTech officially adopted the Titan as its mascot in the fall and became the first tech college in the state of Utah to adopt a college mascot. After gathering input through surveys and focus groups, the third-party firm hired by UBTech has provided three images […]

Tim Tebow Foundation ‘Night To Shine’ Just One Month Away

Tim Tebow Foundation ‘Night To Shine’ Just One Month Away

Jan 6, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The time is fast approaching for a unique event for special members of the community which is still needing donations and volunteers. The event, being put on by the Vernal Christian Church, is called “Night To Shine” and it is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. What is Night To Shine? “Night to Shine is […]

ARMC Receives ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation

ARMC Receives ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation

Jan 6, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ashley Regional Medical Center has been recognized by the American College of Cardiology for its expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. In November, Ashley Regional was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart […]

Increase In Poaching Incidents Includes Trophy Sized Animals

Increase In Poaching Incidents Includes Trophy Sized Animals

Jan 6, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The numbers are in and while the amount of wild animals illegally killed in Utah in 2022 was close to past years, the value of the animals was nearly double. According to the Division of Wildlife Resources, a total of 1,283 animals were illegally killed which was in the ballpark of the 1,153 animals poached […]

Utah Department of Public Safety Recommends Strengthening Passwords

Utah Department of Public Safety Recommends Strengthening Passwords

Jan 6, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

2022 saw an overall increase of cyber related crimes and many warnings from local law enforcement have been centered on watching out for scammers trying to access your online accounts. The Utah Department of Public Safety recommends that the public consider a New Years resolution of creating stronger passwords. Here are some simple tips to […]

Public Hearing Scheduled On Eliminating US-191 Switchbacks North Of Vernal

Public Hearing Scheduled On Eliminating US-191 Switchbacks North Of Vernal

Jan 6, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

A public hearing has been scheduled for the Highway 191 project in the planning stages for North of Vernal that will eliminate switchbacks to improve safety. According to the UDOT announcement, the project will realign 2.6 miles of Highway 191 about 12 miles north of Vernal. “The new alignment includes longer, more gradual curves that […]