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Man Charged After Stealing Vehicle And Keying Corvette

Man Charged After Stealing Vehicle And Keying Corvette

Oct 22, 2025 · Basin Now · News

A Vernal man is being held without bail after allegedly committing a series of crimes this month. According to the Probable Cause Statement, 42-year-old Justin Fosmire stole a vehicle from RISE Services and later abandoned the stolen vehicle by leaving it in front of a private driveway. The stolen vehicle was severely damaged with an […]

Man Arrested After Allegedly Assaulting Minor

Man Arrested After Allegedly Assaulting Minor

Oct 22, 2025 · Basin Now · News

A 19-year-old man is facing serious charges after an alleged assault against an individual under the age of 18. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an officer responded to a disorderly detail in Uintah County and it was reported that while Gianni Davis had been notified by the homeowner not to enter onto the […]

Meet The Candidate: Brandon Hollenbeck For Roosevelt City Council

Meet The Candidate: Brandon Hollenbeck For Roosevelt City Council

Oct 22, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Roosevelt City residents have several candidates to choose from as they vote for 2 open City Council positions. Candidate Brandon Hollenbeck has lived in Roosevelt since 2006 but has family ties to the Roosevelt area which he has enjoyed since childhood. He and his wife Abbi own Vengeance Powersports and both enjoy serving in the […]

Man Arrested For DUI Tests Positive For Methamphetamine

Man Arrested For DUI Tests Positive For Methamphetamine

Oct 22, 2025 · Basin Now · News

What started as a traffic stop on Highway 40 in the Vernal area, ended as a DUI arrest. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an officer noticed an SUV traveling with a headlight out and initiated a traffic stop. The driver shared that he had a suspended license. The officer noted that the driver […]

Prescribed Fires Planned For Ashley National Forest

Prescribed Fires Planned For Ashley National Forest

Oct 21, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ashley National Forest announced Monday plans to implement prescribed fires this fall to help reduce overgrown vegetation. Prescribed fires planned in Ashley National Forest include Argyle Piles, Moon Lake Piles, Yellowstone Piles, Mill Park Piles, Deer Lodge, and Slash Collection Piles. “We ask the public to use caution in the area during this time, and […]

Uintah County Voting Information

Uintah County Voting Information

Oct 21, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Most have likely received their ballots in the mail. Uintah County Early Voting starts today and runs through Friday, October 31st in the Clerk-Auditor’s Office during regular business hours. Uintah County has also shared that voters may note something different about their ballots. “Beginning January 2029, a new mandatory requirement will be in place: you’ll […]

Meet The Candidate: Beau Hancock For Roosevelt City Council

Meet The Candidate: Beau Hancock For Roosevelt City Council

Oct 21, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

As election ballots arrive, Roosevelt City residents will have the opportunity to vote for two open City Council positions. Candidate Beau Hancock is a Roosevelt City resident who brings a wealth of legal expertise as a licensed attorney and understanding of local needs. He has shared that his purpose for running is to guide Roosevelt […]

Meet The Candidate: Rowdy Cloward For Roosevelt City Council

Meet The Candidate: Rowdy Cloward For Roosevelt City Council

Oct 21, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Roosevelt City residents will have the opportunity to vote for two open City Council positions as they receive their ballots in the mail. Candidate Rowdy Cloward has lived in Roosevelt for 16 years and works as a foreman in the oil and gas industry. “I have always been interested in serving my community,” shares Rowdy, […]

Meet The Candidate: Preston Kadleck For Roosevelt City Council

Meet The Candidate: Preston Kadleck For Roosevelt City Council

Oct 21, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Residents around the Basin have received their ballots in the mail and Roosevelt City residents have the chance to vote for two open City Council positions. Preston Kadleck is a local mental health therapist who is currently serving as the Chairman of the Arts, Parks, and Recreation Committee. Preston has shared that volunteering in this […]

Simplot/UDOT Partnership An Example Of Effective Coordination

Simplot/UDOT Partnership An Example Of Effective Coordination

Oct 21, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The US-191 realignment project north of Vernal is officially complete and the UDOT partnership with Simplot Phosphates is being credited for the project’s effectiveness. The project replaced a 2.6-mile section of steep switchbacks with a straighter, safer alignment for travelers heading to or from Flaming Gorge. A UDOT release issued on Monday shares that the […]