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Local Farmers Markets Kick Off

Local Farmers Markets Kick Off

Jul 13, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Local Farmers Markets have officially kicked off. The Ashley Valley Farmers Market is on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm at the park in front of the Uintah County Library. Please note, Ashley Valley Farmers Market does welcome SNAP EBT customers. This is the 19th year for the Ashley Valley Farmers Market and more vendors are […]

‘Out Of The Darkness’ Community Walk

‘Out Of The Darkness’ Community Walk

Jul 13, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Plans for an annual event that means a lot to many local families has been announced. “Join our community for the Out of the Darkness Community Walk as we come together to honor loved ones we’ve lost, support those who are struggling, and help bring hope to others,” shares the announcement. “Every step taken helps […]

84-Year-Old Vernal Veteran Competing In National Veterans Wheelchair Games

84-Year-Old Vernal Veteran Competing In National Veterans Wheelchair Games

Jul 13, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

An amazing event is happening this month in Detroit, Michigan, and a Vernal man is there participating. According to a news release from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 84-year-old Douglas Hatch, a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, is among around 500 Veterans participating in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games. The competitors showcase their talents through […]

Zipp’s Laundry Building A Total Loss In Roosevelt Fire

Zipp’s Laundry Building A Total Loss In Roosevelt Fire

Jul 11, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

A Roosevelt business is a total loss after a building fire on Friday evening. According to Roosevelt Fire Chief Lee Rockwood, the fire department was called to a structure fire at 7:51pm on July 10th. The Zipp’s Laundry building had a black column of smoke showing and the fire crew found the building on fire […]

Local Teacher Among Recipients of Classroom Grant

Local Teacher Among Recipients of Classroom Grant

Jul 10, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

A local teacher made the list of 40 educators across Utah to be awarded a grant at Utah First Lady Abby Cox’s ‘Show Up for Teachers’ conference. This is the second year for the grants through Mountain America Credit Union thanks to their foundation supporting innovative classroom projects. Terra Academy teacher Marcela Abrams was honored […]

‘Bringing War Home’ Traveling Exhibit At Museum of Uintah County

‘Bringing War Home’ Traveling Exhibit At Museum of Uintah County

Jul 10, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The opportunity to check out the ‘Bringing War Home’ exhibit is winding down at the Museum of Uintah County. “Through a National Endowment for the Humanities sponsored program led by two Utah State University faculty from history and anthropology, the ‘Bringing War Home’ project invites the community–military and civilian alike–to connect with the history of […]

Tips During Extreme Heat Watch

Tips During Extreme Heat Watch

Jul 10, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah County Emergency Management has more tips and reminders ahead of the dangerous heat this weekend. National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning sharing that dangerously hot conditions with prolonged afternoon temperatures in the 100 to 106 degrees range are expected from noon on Saturday through Monday night. Warm overnight temperatures are also expected, […]

Ute Tribal Members Awarded At Native Excellence Gala

Ute Tribal Members Awarded At Native Excellence Gala

Jul 10, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Ute Indian Tribe was very well represented at this year’s annual University of Utah Native Excellence Gala held in the Natural History Museum of Utah last month. The Native Ascent Scholars Housing Scholarship recipients were Ute Tribe members Devinity Tauaalo, Adrian Morales, James Shavanaux-Dunn, and Dowawisnima Groves. Groves was also awarded the Native Excellence […]

Uintah County Emergency Management Warns Of Extreme Heat Watch

Uintah County Emergency Management Warns Of Extreme Heat Watch

Jul 9, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Summer heat is cranking up this week and Uintah County Emergency Management is encouraging the community to take preparation seriously. “Uintah County is under an Extreme Heat Watch this weekend with triple-digit temperatures expected,” shares the announcement. “Start preparing now. Check your AC. Stock up on water. Plan outdoor time for early morning or evening […]

Vernal Water Use Drops Thanks To Conservation Efforts

Vernal Water Use Drops Thanks To Conservation Efforts

Jul 9, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Water conservation efforts in Vernal City are definitely headed in the right direction and Vernal City administration is thanking residents and businesses for their great efforts. “June water use showed a significant decrease compared with the same month last year,” shares the announcement. “In June 2026, Vernal City billed 70,461,000 gallons of water, compared with […]