Local news from across the Uintah Basin.
Uintah Ute Hockey Wins State
The Uintah Utes hockey team are heading to nationals after winning the state Division-1 championship.
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Snowpack Monitored as Spring Runoff Flooding Anticipated
Many parts of Utah are already suffering the sweeping effects of spring runoff and while the Basin has yet to see what is in store, officials continue to urge residents to prepare for the worst.
8th Annual Waxy Crude Workshop Coming Up
The countdown has begun for the 8th Annual Waxy Crude Workshop. The event is a joint effort of local agencies, the Governor’s Office of Energy Development, U-STAR, the Division of Oil, Gas and Mining and the Rural Planning Group.
Police Urge Parents to Review Gun Safety With Children
Teaching kids about gun safety is always a good idea and the Craig Police Department is urging families to make it a priority in family discussions.
Roosevelt City Explores Selling Excess Water
Roosevelt City is exploring possible revenue opportunities from selling excess water. According to Roosevelt City Manager Ryan Snow, the City has a sizeable amount of water tied up in different areas and negotiations are in place for selling the excess water to different oilfield companies.
DWR Promotes Turkey Hunting Permit
The Division of Wildlife Resources is urging those eager for a hunting fix to try the thrill of hunting turkeys in Utah.
Storytelling Festival
Every year, the best in the world bring the art of storytelling to the Vernal Stage. The 13th Annual Storytelling Festival will be held March 9th and 10th at the Vernal Middle School with two evening performances.
Recreation Possibilities Explored for Nine Mile Canyon
Enjoying the great outdoors is a way of life in the Uintah Basin and more opportunities could be forthcoming.
Contractor Chosen for Maeser Fire Substation
The Maeser fire substation will be a reality in 2017. According to Jeremy Raymond, Director of the Uintah Fire Suppression Special Service District, construction on the substation will begin on April 1st, weather permitting.
Duchesne County Couple Arrested on Drug Charges
A husband wife duo were arrested earlier this month after a search was executed on the couple’s home and drugs were found inside.
Republican Party Invites Applications for Uintah County Commission Seat
The Uintah County Republican Party Central Committee is now accepting applications for the Commissioner A seat that will soon be vacant.
Repeat Champions for Mr. and Ms. Uintah
Competition was close for the Mr. and Ms. Uintah competition held Thursday night at the Uintah Middle School but in the end both trophies went to last year’s champions.