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Naples Elementary Needing Votes for Red Ribbon Photo Contest

Nov 7, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Naples Elementary is hoping for a repeat win of a regional contest that awards one school with some big bucks and resources. Schools across the nation celebrate Red Ribbon Week in the fall of every school year to teach youth to live drug free. The National Red Ribbon Week organization awards schools for making it a big affair and Naples Elementary is among select schools in Region 8 with a photo in the contest.

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Diaper Drive: A Unique New Option for Holiday Giving

Nov 7, 2017 · Basin Now · News

TriCounty Health Department is focused on the wellbeing of the community as a whole and is providing a unique new option for giving this holiday season. The TriCounty WIC program has coordinated with local businesses to help provide diapers for local infants and young children this holiday season.

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Local Business Awarded at 43rd Golden Key Awards

Nov 7, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A local business was one of only four businesses in the state to be awarded at the 43rd annual Golden Key Awards held in October. Liquid Nutra Group, located in Naples, won the Small Employer of the Year award for making it a priority to hire individuals with disabilities and help them build autonomy and develop skills.

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Roosevelt Hosts Another Successful Holly Fair

Nov 7, 2017 · Basin Now · News

One of Roosevelt’s most successful events of the year is all about kicking off the holiday season right! The annual Holly Fair was held in 6 amazing locations throughout Roosevelt over the weekend with record crowds, shares Duchesne County Chamber Director Irene Hansen. In addition to the Holly Fair locations, Dr. Ogden hosted Santa for pictures and wagon rides at his office to add to the festivities.

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Commissioner Recommendation Following Audit of Transportation District

Nov 7, 2017 · Basin Now · News

An audit of the Uintah Transportation Special Service District released last week and performed by the Office of the State Auditor presented multiple findings and recommendations for the transportation board and Uintah County to consider. One Uintah County Commissioner has responded to the finding in the audit that states there is potential inadequate independence between the Transportation District and Uintah County.

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Rifle Police Investigating Arrest After Video Posted Online

Nov 6, 2017 · Basin Now · News

An investigation is in the public eye after a video of an arrest by Rifle Police Department was posted to social media. According to Rifle Police Department, officers responded to a 9-1-1 call early Friday morning which resulted in the use of force to make the arrest. “The officer involved followed department policy and immediately reported the incident to his supervisor,” shares Rifle PD.

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Jensen Teenager Fatally Injured in Accident

Nov 6, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A local young man will be deeply missed after a tragic accident claimed his life on Saturday. According to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office, 15-year-old Conner Wall of Jensen died as a result of injuries sustained in a one vehicle rollover on November 4th.

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Silent Auction Spots Still Available During Trees For Charity Event

Nov 3, 2017 · Basin Now · News

The 2017 Trees for Charity event is coming up and while the tree spots filled up quickly, there is still the chance to apply for silent auction spots during the event. According to Trees for Charity Committee Chairman Josh Harbison, 40 different charities will be represented by 40 different trees and while they have received several applications for silent auction items, they would love to see more.