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KNEU 1250Local news from across the Uintah Basin.
The new Uintah County Commissioner was sworn into office on Tuesday at the Uintah County Commission Chambers. Brad Horrocks replaced Commissioner Mark Raymond, who served in the Commission seat for 8 years.
It’s no secret that quitting tobacco can feel like an impossible task but free resources are available to make the pursuit possible.
A program that is changing lives for aspiring entrepreneurs on the Wasatch Front will soon be offered in the Uintah Basin.
The new members of the Uintah School Board were sworn in Monday morning. Judge McClellan performed the swearing in ceremony of Kevin Dickson, Sarah Lamb, and Kurt Case at the Uintah School District Office.
Work continues to progress at the Vernal Regional Airport. The earthwork and drainage project is complete, shares Executive Director for the Uintah Transportation Special Service District Adam Massey, and about 3 weeks of work were put in on the runway and taxiway project before being shut down for the winter.
On the heels of a successful launch in 2016, Vernal Theatre: LIVE is starting 2017 with shows the community will love. The theatre’s next show,Charley’s Aunt, is a comedy for all ages.
Many public statements have been made since President Obama’s announcement of the Bear Ears National Monument designation. Utah State Treasurer David Damschen is among them, emphasizing the effect the designation will have on education funding in southeastern Utah.
The Steinaker Ice Fishing Tournament has been postponed. The tournament was scheduled for Monday but a lack of ice made it necessary to postpone the event.
An upcoming preparedness fair is aiming to do more than just help prepare locals for emergencies; a chunk of tickets sales will also go to a local family with mounting medical bills.
Roosevelt City is moving into 2017 in style. The City’s website, www.rooseveltcity.com, has a new look and added features to serve the public even better.
The Ute Indian Tribe has offered its support of President Obama’s designation of the Bear Ears National Monument. “President Obama has demonstrated today that our Native American heritage cannot be ignored,” shares Ute Business Committee Chairman Shaun Chapoose.
The fact that 2016 is almost over and there is hope of a brighter 2017 is cause enough for celebrating this weekend. For New Years, I suggest everyone go out and have a good time, shares Uintah County Sheriff Vance Norton.