February Employment Report
According to the most recent data from the Department of Workforce Services, employment in Utah increased by 4.2 percent from one year ago with the economy adding 66,000 jobs since February 2020.
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Uintah County Library All About Supporting The Community
The Uintah County Library continues to serve Uintah County as a robust community center and the data from 2021 proves it. Last year, the library was visited 97,164 times and there were physical checkouts of over 274,000.
Uintah High Sterling Scholar Advisor Retiring After 36 Years In The Position
A local educator is being recognized for the many years served in a special position focused on student excellence. Kay Baker has served as the Uintah High School Sterling Scholar advisor for 36 years. Baker is retiring at the end of the school year after 39 years of teaching in the Uintah School District.
Uintah Basin Healthcare Encourages Public To Make Time For SLEEP
Uintah Basin Healthcare cares about the wellbeing of the community and are making a point to share health tips for a happier, healthier life. The most recent focus offers help to those who have serious sleep problems that go on for weeks or longer.
Downtown Vernal Façade Grant Now Accepting Applications
Downtown Vernal business and building owners, listen up! As part of the downtown revitalization efforts, Vernal City and Uintah County have launched the Downtown Façade Grant.
Flaming Gorge Ranger District to Do Prescribed Burns During Spring
Ashley National Forest has announced that as part of their fire management personnel plan, the Flaming Gorge Ranger District will be conducting prescribed burns between April and June.
A Mom’s Perspective On Operation Kindness
The Fox 98.5FM and Eagle Country 105.5FM radio stations have been promoting Operation Kindness, an initiative to help kids be kind. Heather Batty, a mother and listener, recently shared the difference it has made in her family.
Uintah County Library Documentary Film Night This Wednesday
The Uintah County Library will be having their documentary film night this week. It is a chance to watch a film that sheds light on a whole new experience that we might not have ever known about.
Red Fleet State Park Reports Major Cracks In Ice; Extreme Caution Urged
While it is no surprise considering the time of the year it still is worth emphasizing that caution must be observed if going out onto the ice. Red Fleet State Park reports that there are now major cracks in the ice on the reservoir. “Water levels are slowly rising,” shares the announcement.
Roosevelt Condo Development’s Project A Great Example Of Water Conservation
A condominium development in Roosevelt is leading the way to show what can be done to conserve water during this time of severe drought. The Mountain Green Condominium Homeowners Association shared on Thursday that they will be removing 18,000 square feet of grass and replacing it with a decorative rock treatment.
Federal Funds Awarded For Vernal Downtown Revitalization Efforts
Funds are coming together for the Vernal downtown revitalization efforts. Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion shared on Thursday that Vernal City officials received word this week that the downtown projects will receive a boost from the federal Community Project Funding.
Vernal Oilers Join Teddy Bear Toss Tradition
In case you didn’t know, tossing teddy bears is a cherished part of the game of hockey. The Vernal Oilers got in on the tradition during their Saturday match. “[Saturday night’s] game brought some incredible hockey action,” shared the Vernal Oilers on social media.