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Senator John Curtis: We Still Aren’t Doing Enough To Prevent Wildfire

Senator John Curtis: We Still Aren’t Doing Enough To Prevent Wildfire

Apr 24, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Utah Senator John Curtis and California Senator Alex Padilla are sounding the alarm in the nation’s capital that enough is not being done to prevent the next devastating wildfire. “This isn’t a tragedy confined by state lines; it’s a crisis across the entire American West, as fire seasons continue to lengthen and intensify,” they share. […]

BLM Gas Lease Sale

BLM Gas Lease Sale

Apr 24, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Bureau of Land Management announced on April 23rd an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for June 24, 2026, to offer 39 oil and gas parcels totaling 54,114 acres in Utah, much of which are in Uintah County. The BLM completed scoping on these parcels in January 2026 and held a public comment period […]

Rough Rider Shooting Complex Closure Extended

Rough Rider Shooting Complex Closure Extended

Apr 24, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The closure of the Rough Rider Shooting Complex has been extended. “We are excited for the expansion to the gun range and know you will love it too!” shares the Roosevelt City announcement. “With the amount of work happening on site, the gates will need to stay locked for the time being…We appreciate your patience […]

Time For Local Community Cleaning

Time For Local Community Cleaning

Apr 24, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Vibes of spring cleaning are in the air and community members are invited to do their part to put some sparkle and shine wherever they can. Vernal City announced this week they are hosting the Annual Downtown Cleanup on Friday, May 1st from 3:00 to 5:00 PM to help freshen up Main Street from 100 […]

Duchesne County Commission Sends Message To Congress On Permitting Reform

Duchesne County Commission Sends Message To Congress On Permitting Reform

Apr 24, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Duchesne County Commission is sending a message to Congress on the need for permitting reform as they announce their endorsement of the SPEED Act and any similar permitting reform legislation. The SPEED Act stands for Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development. “The stakes could not be higher – and the data bears that out,” […]

Arrest Made After Property Stolen In Duchesne County

Arrest Made After Property Stolen In Duchesne County

Apr 23, 2026 · Basin Now · News

An arrest was made on Sunday after officers received a report of stolen property in Duchesne County. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the property owner “reported that a white pickup with a bed rack had come onto the property. While on the property the driver of the vehicle got out and attached to […]

UDNR Water Report

UDNR Water Report

Apr 23, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Utah Department of Natural Resources has provided an update on water and the lack of it in the state. The April 21st update reports that Utah’s snowpack is the lowest on record and peaked three weeks early. The state’s peak was on March 9th at 8.4 inches. Water conservation remains critical as water managers […]

Scotts Bottom Wildfire Caused By Escaped Cook Fire

Scotts Bottom Wildfire Caused By Escaped Cook Fire

Apr 23, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The cause has been revealed of a wildfire reported last month in which a large amount of livestock were threatened and property was lost near Green River, Wyoming. Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office reports that the March 21st wildfire in the Scotts Bottom area was caused by an escaped cooking fire started by two juveniles who […]

Be ‘Bear Aware’ As Drought Conditions Lead To More Bear Encounters

Be ‘Bear Aware’ As Drought Conditions Lead To More Bear Encounters

Apr 23, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Black bears are coming out of hibernation and the Division of Wildlife Resources is reminding all to be ‘Bear Aware’ as the drought will likely mean an increase in bear encounters. “Drought conditions impact plants and other root-like vegetation, which make up 90% of a black bear’s diet, so DWR biologists think bears may be […]

Repeat DUI Offender Receives Delayed Arrest In Uintah County

Repeat DUI Offender Receives Delayed Arrest In Uintah County

Apr 23, 2026 · Basin Now · News

A repeat DUI offender has new felony charges out of Uintah County. On April 16th, 48-year-old Alonzo Jim was arrested for failing to stop at command of a peace officer, interference with arresting officer, open container in vehicle, DUI with 2 or more prior convictions, driving on revoked license with qualifying circumstances, failure to install […]

Deseret Generation & Transmission Co-operative Selects New President and CEO

Deseret Generation & Transmission Co-operative Selects New President and CEO

Apr 22, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Deseret Generation & Transmission Co-operative has announced a change of leadership. Jeff Peterson has accepted the role as Deseret’s next President and CEO. Peterson succeeds David Crabtree, who is retiring after five years as President and CEO and more than 30 years of dedicated service to Deseret. Peterson has previously served as Vice President and […]

Local Business Named Utah SBA Rural Business Of The Year

Local Business Named Utah SBA Rural Business Of The Year

Apr 22, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

A local business has received a state honor. Cedar Bear Naturales has been named Utah’s 2026 Rural Small Business of the Year. The awards are through the U.S. Small Business Administration. “We feel truly honored to have been nominated and awarded as Utah’s Rural Small Business of the Year for 2026,” shares a statement from […]