A road within Dinosaur National Monument is now closed after it was discovered to have washed out around a large culvert. Acting Superintendent Eric Gabriel announced the closure of the Rainbow Park/Island Park Road on Thursday, stating that the Rainbow Park Campground and Boat Ramp are now inaccessible.
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UHP Equipment Enforcement: Tinted Windows
While Utah law permits the use of some window tint on vehicles traveling Utah roadways, Utah Highway Patrol keeps an eye out for vehicles exceeding the tint limitations.
State Treasurer Criticizes Monument’s Effect on Education Funding
Many public statements have been made since President Obama’s announcement of the Bear Ears National Monument designation. Utah State Treasurer David Damschen is among them, emphasizing the effect the designation will have on education funding in southeastern Utah.
Citizens Urged to Check Home and Property for Valuables
By now everyone knows that the area was hit by a group of local thieves and that at least two of the ringleaders are now behind bars. What many may not have discovered yet is that they are actually among the victims. According to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office, a massive amount of property recovered in the case is still unclaimed and fills an entire room at the Sheriff’s Office.
Breakfast With Santa Tradition a Holiday Staple
Santa is preparing his sleigh for a big trip to attend one of his favorite holiday traditions: the annual Breakfast With Santa event held again this year at the Uintah Middle School in Vernal. The event kicked off 15 years ago as a thank you to the community from Vernal City and the Uintah Recreation District.
Ignited Bird’s Nest Cause of Home Fire in Moffat County
An important lesson was learned in Moffat County last week: Always check for birds nests on the roof before firing up the wood stove! The Craig Fire Department responded to a home fire on Wednesday south of Craig just before midnight.
CIB Approves Fund Transfer for Roosevelt City
Roosevelt City continues to improve water infrastructure throughout the City and an approval from the Community Impact Board will help continue that mission.
Sheriff Norton on Hunter Safety
The most popular hunt of the season has finally arrived and hunters in their safety orange will be headed to the mountain this weekend looking for their trophy kill. During all the excitement, Uintah County Sheriff Vance Norton is reminding the community to keep safety in mind while on the mountain.
Federal Judge Challenges BLM EIS on Basin Oil and Gas Project
A Uintah Basin oil and gas project that recently received the green light from the BLM may not proceed. Federal judge Evyln Furse has challenged the BLM conclusion that the Gasco energy project would have “no significant impact” on the environment, reports KSL.
Safety Urged After Hunter Dies of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Hunting season is officially underway and hunters are urged to remember safety goes beyond the proper handling of rifles. Parks and Wildlife officials throughout the region have issued a reminder that carbon monoxide poisoning is a real threat after the death of a hunter in western Colorado.