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Get Ready For #LightUpDuchesne2022

Get Ready For #LightUpDuchesne2022

Nov 28, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

There is plenty of Christmas spirit in Duchesne each year so it is no surprise that there will be the Light Up Duchesne competition once again this year. All are invited to decorate their house for the holidays in order to enter the competition. Residents can drive around town and take a photo of your […]

Battery Storage Project Coming To Uintah County

Battery Storage Project Coming To Uintah County

Nov 28, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

A company called Revolve Renewable Power Corp. has released details on their Battery Storage project coming to Uintah County. “The project is the Company’s first stand-alone battery storage project under development in the US, which is a fast-growing segment of the energy market in the country,” shares the announcement. “The project site already benefits from […]

UBTech First Tech College In Utah To Adopt A Mascot

UBTech First Tech College In Utah To Adopt A Mascot

Nov 23, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s official! UBTech is the first tech college in the state to adopt a college mascot and that mascot is the Titans. The selection process has been a lengthy one that included gathering feedback from UBTech students as well as surveying alumni, employees, and the public. Armed with positive feedback, the UBTech Board of Trustees […]

Unemployment Update

Unemployment Update

Nov 23, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Utah Department of Workforce Services released updated unemployment data this week. Daggett County unemployment stayed at 4.4 percent, which is up from 3.7 percent in October 2021. Duchesne County also stayed the same from the month before at 2.9 percent unemployment, down from 3.9 percent in October 2021. Uintah County unemployment moved up one-tenth […]

Donations to Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office

Donations to Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office

Nov 23, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and the spirit of giving is naturally a part of that. Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office has shared a recent act of kindness they experienced. On Monday, November 21st, the sheriff’s office had Carol Chock, Pat Berger and Annette Johnson bring in some handmade crocheted blankets. These three ladies brought […]

DWR Releasing Pheasants Ahead Of Thanksgiving Holiday

DWR Releasing Pheasants Ahead Of Thanksgiving Holiday

Nov 23, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Division of Wildlife Resources officers are releasing pheasants ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday this week. Utah’s general pheasant hunting season runs through December 4th and releases happen weekly, though they are happening early this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The majority of the wild pheasants in northeastern Utah are found on agricultural areas on […]

Backpack Buddies Program Helps Local Students And Families

Backpack Buddies Program Helps Local Students And Families

Nov 23, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Backpack Buddies program continues to bless families in Uintah School District. The most recent example comes from the Ashley Elementary School community and school staff kicking off the holidays with hearts of giving. The group gathered food that was then donated to the Backpack Buddies program. “The Backpack Buddies program provides students with easy […]

UDOT Gives Travel Tips

UDOT Gives Travel Tips

Nov 23, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Utah Department of Transportation recommends drivers plan ahead for travel delays due to heavy traffic for the Thanksgiving holiday. Across the state, most UDOT projects will suspend construction and open all lanes to traffic to help reduce delays during the holiday weekend (Wednesday through Sunday) but delays are still anticipated, especially on I-15 this […]