Terra Academy Student of the Week: Justin Goodrich
Terra Academy Student of the week: Justin Goodrich
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TriCounty Health Encourages Winter Driving Safety
TriCounty Health Department recognizes that health extends beyond the topics of diet and exercise. In fact, with winter conditions starting to set in, TriCounty Health has the following tips for safe winter travel: Have a shovel in your vehicle. Keep a blanket and first aid kit in your vehicle as well as a 72 hour kit.
Uintah High School Student of the Week, Elizabeth Morrison
Uintah High School Student of the week, Elizabeth Morrison.
CIB Funding Approved for New Roosevelt Library
Roosevelt City is one major step closer to receiving a beautiful new library. The Roosevelt Branch of the Duchesne County Library System shared the news on Thursday stating that Duchesne County presented the Roosevelt library project that day to the Community Impact Board requesting funding.
Wheelchair Among Items Needed Following Vernal House Fire Last Week
Losing a home to fire is a traumatizing event and one that only those who have experienced it will understand. Sadly, two local families now know that reality. The Engle family, that we already highlighted in a report, and the Cox family both lost everything in separate house fires last week.
Rotary Club Santa’s Community Effort Preparing to Distribute Gifts
The many elves of the Vernal Rotary Club gathered on Thursday night in preparation for the distribution of Santa’s Community Effort which collects Christmas gifts for local children and families in need. The program relies on the generosity of the community and help is still needed.
Roosevelt City Having Fun Sharing Theodore Roosevelt Trivia
Roosevelt City is adding some personality to their Facebook page by sharing appreciation for what the name of Roosevelt means to the city. As an example of their postings, before his presidency, Theodore Roosevelt served as police commissioner in New York City.
Webinar Planned to Explore Ashley National Forest Revision Process
Ashley National Forest is in the middle of a Forest Plan Revision and wants the public informed. As part of that process, they will be hosting an informational webinar.
Terra Academy Student of the Week
Terra Academy Student of the Week Taya McCurdy
Eagle View Elementary Move 7th Grade Class to Online Learning
Uintah School District announced Wednesday that, as a precaution, Eagle View Elementary has moved their 7th grade class to online learning following a third confirmed case of COVID-19 since December 2nd. “There are currently 33 students enrolled in the 7th grade at Eagle View,” shares the District announcement.
Uinta Basin Railway Draft EIS Public Comment Period Extended
The public comment period has been extended for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Uinta Basin Railway. The Draft EIS analyzes the potential environmental impacts of the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition rail proposal.
Health Officer Shares Parting Words Focused on the ‘Happiness Advantage’
The Vernal Chamber Luncheon on Tuesday included a presentation that could prove the key to personal growth and coming out on top in 2020. TriCounty Health Officer Jordan Mathis spoke on “The Case for Tragic Optimism: For your health and the health of your business.”