Man On Parole Arrested After Overdose
A man on parole was arrested over the weekend and now has new felony drug charges. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a call came in of an overdose in Duchesne City in which Naloxone had been administered. The man, 28-year-old Jeremy Jay Burgin, was on...
Two Arrested For Motorhome Theft
A Motorhome was determined to be stolen from Roosevelt City last week but was found over the weekend near Cottonwood Reservoir leading to two arrests. An individual reported the 1989 Chevrolet Motorhome as missing on Thursday, stating that the vehicle was being kept...
Today Is Denim Day To Support Survivors Of Sexual Assault
Today you can make more than just a fashion statement with your choice of clothing and local agencies are encouraging all to do just that. April 24th is Denim Day across the globe. It’s a day to wear jeans to raise awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and show...
Local Schools Offer Fun Enrichment Activities
Local students are having special learning experiences. A recent example includes the 7th grade students of Vernal Middle School. Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion attended the College and Career Awareness class along with other Vernal City employees, including Vernal...
Roads On Ashley National Forest Mostly Remain Closed
If you’re itching to get out on the Forest, the time for most of the roads has not yet arrived. Ashley National Forest announced that although snow is clearing on lower elevations and southern facing slopes, most roads on the Ashley National Forest remain closed due...
Public Assistance Requested In Case Of Man Charged With Rape Of A Child
Duchesne County Sheriff Travis Tucker has asked the public for assistance in sharing information related to ongoing cases of a man currently charged with Rape of a Child. The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office shared that on April 15th, a search warrant was executed on...
Traffic Stop Results In Arrest For Possession Of Fentanyl With Intent To Distribute
A traffic stop last week in Whiterocks resulted in arrest. Upon being pulled over, 62-year-old Wanda Warden exited the vehicle and began walking towards a house but stopped when officers commanded. Warden had a warrant and was detained. A state certified narcotic...
Off Duty Officer Takes Keys From Intoxicated Man At Maverick
An intoxicated man had his keys taken from him by an off duty police officer while at the Vernal Maverick on Friday. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 31-year-old Jason James Cornpeach was intoxicated when he nearly struck something while pulling into the...
Were You On The Uintah Yearbook Staff In The Last 100 Years?
If you can believe it, there have been 100 years of documenting the achievements and activities of Uintah High School and now it’s time to party. The Uintahn yearbook “marks 2024 as a century in publication and the best book of Uintah High School produced year after...
DWR: Big Game Animals Assessed; Deer Population Found To Be Healthy
Every year, the DWR captures and collars big game animals to learn more about migration patterns and survival rates. This winter, a record 1,779 big game animals were captured across the state, including in northeastern Utah. The captures typically take place between...
Uintah Basin Man Sentenced to 18 Months In Prison For Extortion
A Uintah Basin man enjoyed trips to theme parks and vacations with the money he has been convicted of extorting while working as a Compliance Supervisor for the Energy and Minerals Department of the Ute Tribe. The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of...
Additional Drug Charges For Man Arrested On Outstanding Warrants
A man being arrested on outstanding warrants has added new felony drug charges to the offenses being faced in 8th District Court. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 27-year-old Zachary Ralph Nodal had checked into a hotel on West Main Street in Vernal last...
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