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Duchesne County Registered Sex Offender Arrested Looking To Meet Up With Minor

Duchesne County Registered Sex Offender Arrested Looking To Meet Up With Minor

Dec 15, 2025 · Basin Now · News

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office issued the following news release: On December 11th, 2025, detectives with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office were conducting an undercover chat operation as members of the Internet Crimes Against Children(ICAC) taskforce. Detectives had become aware that an individual who was currently on the sex offender registry, and also on probation […]

Man Arrested After Punching Vehicle For Playing Loud Music

Man Arrested After Punching Vehicle For Playing Loud Music

Dec 12, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Things got intense at the Walmart gas station early this week when a man became angry about another vehicle playing loud music. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, over $1700 in property damage was caused when a man approached the vehicle with the music playing and “asked the passenger if he could take a […]

Shop With A Cop In Vernal Happening Saturday

Shop With A Cop In Vernal Happening Saturday

Dec 12, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Don’t be alarmed if you hear prolonged sirens on Saturday morning in Vernal along Highway 40. Local officers are just taking the time to spread some Christmas cheer to a group of local children. The annual Shop With A Cop starts with breakfast at the Elk’s Lodge and then the group caravans with full lights […]

Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic Byway Makes Top 5 List

Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic Byway Makes Top 5 List

Dec 12, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s not surprising but the beauty of the Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic Byway is getting attention for its gorgeous views. OnlyInYourState.com published a list of Bucket-List-Level Views in Utah on Thursday and placed the Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic Byway in the number 4 spot. It emphasized the stunning views along the 80-mile route that can include hiking, […]

December At The Uintah County Library

December At The Uintah County Library

Dec 12, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

December is hopping at the Uintah County Library. As you might expect, Santa has been at the library along with other holiday activities so far but there’s more than just holly jolly activities this month. In fact, this month on December 16th, the Uintah County Library is hosting a Bridgerton To Persuasion Regency Style event. […]

Semi Pulls Down Power Pole After Catching Cable Line

Semi Pulls Down Power Pole After Catching Cable Line

Dec 12, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Power was knocked out and a portion of Main Street in Vernal was closed after an accident near 900 West Main Street on Thursday afternoon. According to Vernal PD, a semi was pulling out of a parking lot at around 3:30pm and the cargo trailer hit one of the lines above. This pulled the power pole […]

Vernal City Seeks Proposals For Lamplighter Demolition Project

Vernal City Seeks Proposals For Lamplighter Demolition Project

Dec 11, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Demolition planned on the Lamplighter property acquired by Vernal City is moving forward as Vernal City is now soliciting proposals from demolition contractors. “This project includes full demolition and removal of the Lamplighter building complex and associated site elements. This work does not include the red brick hotel,” shares the announcement. “The city intends to […]

Phase Two Of Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata Under Consideration

Phase Two Of Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata Under Consideration

Dec 11, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

A Phase Two of the Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata is under consideration. A news release from Uintah County shared that on Wednesday, Dave Shallenberger with Access Utah presented new Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata route concepts at the Uintah County Commission work session. A Phase Two could include two additional routes, and a route extension, that […]

Three Men Facing Felony Cruelty To Animals Charges In Wyoming

Three Men Facing Felony Cruelty To Animals Charges In Wyoming

Dec 11, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Three men have been charged in an alleged incident of roping, riding, and dragging a cow moose in southwestern Wyoming. Videos and pictures from the events were captured on video in 2021 and are the basis of the summons to bring the three men to Evanston Circuit Court to answer for the charges. Justin Martin […]

Nominations Now Open For The UBTech Way Award

Nominations Now Open For The UBTech Way Award

Dec 11, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Nominations are now open for the UBTech Way Award. UBTech announced on Wednesday that each December, the College invites the public to nominate individuals who exemplify putting students first, strengthening community ties, and leading through service. These honorees are celebrated during the President’s Annual Champions Gala every January, a tradition that shines a spotlight on […]

Planning To Go Ice Fishing? What You Need To Know

Planning To Go Ice Fishing? What You Need To Know

Dec 11, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ice fishing is a popular winter activity in northeastern Utah and here’s a few things to know ahead of time. “Staying safe is the most important aspect of ice fishing — and staying safe includes staying warm,” shares the DWR announcement. “Be sure to dress in layers and have all the needed food and equipment […]