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Cook Sentenced to Concurrent Prison Terms

Nov 14, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A Duchesne County man has been sentenced to prison for multiple cases of theft and burglary. According to the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office, 35-year-old Travis Kirk Cook was sentenced on November 6th to serve up to 15 years in prison for possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute and up to 5 years in prison for theft by receiving stolen property.

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Planning Underway for Duchesne County Shop With A Cop

Nov 14, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Planning is well underway for a cherished holiday tradition held in Duchesne County each year. Roosevelt City Police Department announced that this year’s Shop With A Cop event will take place on December 9th at 7am. Those that have a desire to have their child participate are asked to contact their respective clergy, DCFS, or other social service provider and have them make a referral.

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Eagle View Exits ‘School Improvement’ Status

Nov 13, 2017 · Basin Now · News

In what is being celebrated as a great success, Eagle View Elementary School has exited ‘School Improvement’ status. On October 30th, Uintah Superintendent Mark Dockins was notified by the Utah State Board of Education that Eagle View has made “significant progress” and as a result has exited that status.

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Locals Push to Stop Transfer of Uintah Basin Interagency Fire Center to Richfield

Nov 13, 2017 · Basin Now · News

The announcement that the Uintah Basin Interagency Fire Center is being moved to Richfield has many locals deeply worried that local wildland fire response will suffer from the change. Email fliers being distributed state that the Forest Service and BLM failed to make a notification by public notice and is urging locals to reach out to the Governor and leadership of state Forest Service and BLM in opposition of the transfer.

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UBTech Automotive and Welding Students Face Off

Nov 13, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Some good friendly competition can be a good thing. Vernal UBTech automotive students recently tested their skills against the Roosevelt UBTech automotive students. The contests were held in over 10 different stations with local industry leaders serving as the judges and donating prizes.

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Locals Encouraged to Attend Sage Grouse Hearing Tuesday at Western Park

Nov 13, 2017 · Basin Now · News

BLM hearings in Utah concerning Sage Grouse management get underway on Tuesday and Basin leaders are urging locals to attend and show support for state management of Sage Grouse. While Sage Grouse are not listed as an endangered species, they are considered threatened and in response Utah has made a significant on-the-ground investment that is working for the Sage Grouse population.

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Local Veterans Celebrated; Concert on Tuesday

Nov 13, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Veterans Day was celebrated by countless Basin families over the weekend with some events still to come. The UBTech Ruck Run held on Saturday was a patriotic event and welcomed all who participated or came in support of Veterans. A large American flag hung above the crowd as a clear reminder of what Veterans Day is all about and the race was followed by a free community pancake breakfast.

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Former Duchesne County Teacher Receives Prison Time for Sex with a Minor

Nov 10, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A former UBATC teacher in Duchesne County who was charged with 2nd Degree Felony Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a 16-year- old was sentenced to prison this week. 33-year- old Noah Christopher Behunin was charged in February in 8th District Court. He entered a guilty plea on September 25th to 3rd degree felony Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a 16 or 17 Year Old.