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‘Water Talks’ Scheduled To Explore State Water Plan

‘Water Talks’ Scheduled To Explore State Water Plan

Oct 16, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The state water plan is being updated and the Division of Water Resources is gathering input from citizens like you. “Under Utah Code 73-10-15, the Division of Water Resources is required to periodically publish a state water plan,” shares the announcement. “Each state water plan strives to identify current water use and future demand throughout […]

Brush Creek Road Update

Brush Creek Road Update

Oct 16, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Repairs to Brush Creek Road are well underway. Uintah County announced early this week that the heavy rains and flow through the culvert had washed out the road at approximately 9115 Brush Creek Road. The Uintah County Road Department got to work and on Wednesday, Uintah County Commissioner Willis LeFevre shared photos of the replacement […]

Donations Still Needed For Annual Coat & Hoodie Drive

Donations Still Needed For Annual Coat & Hoodie Drive

Oct 16, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Donations are still needed for the Rotary Club’s annual Winter Coat and Hoodie Drive. “Vernal Rotary Clubs Annual Coat Drive helps people in need stay warm during the winter! It provides essential clothing to those who can’t afford it, protecting them from the cold and preventing health issues,” shares Rotary President Shannon Reyes. “Donating to […]

‘It’s A Small World’ At The 29th Annual Great Jensen Pumpkin Festival

‘It’s A Small World’ At The 29th Annual Great Jensen Pumpkin Festival

Oct 16, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s almost time for the 29th annual Great Jensen Pumpkin Festival and organizers have invited the community to get involved. “We invite you to participate in our event this year by creating a [pumpkin] display,” shares the announcement. “All displays, regardless of size, from families, individuals and businesses, are welcome and valued.” The theme this […]

Positive Outcome For Students Advocating For CTSO State Funding

Positive Outcome For Students Advocating For CTSO State Funding

Oct 16, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

While students, their leaders, and community members across the state got loud in asking the state to continue funding Utah’s Career and Technical Student Organizations, 6 students from Uintah High School took their efforts a step further and made a significant difference. Uintah DECA student leaders Josh Hill, Jaevry Elison, Eliza Averett, and Ava Haslem, […]

Uintah County Jail Inmates Charged With Felony Assault After Fight

Uintah County Jail Inmates Charged With Felony Assault After Fight

Oct 15, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Two inmates of the Uintah County Jail are each facing a new felony charge after a major fight between the pair. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 32-year-old Roberto Alvarez Peralta and 48-year-old Gregory Checora had a physical altercation on October 11th in the early morning hours. Video footage showed that both parties threw […]

Record Amount Of Drivers Illegally Passing Uintah School District Buses

Record Amount Of Drivers Illegally Passing Uintah School District Buses

Oct 15, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and Uintah School District has a message about protecting our most vulnerable pedestrians. “We need your help to keep our kids safe,” shares the District. “This school year, drivers have illegally passed Uintah School District buses 27 times since classes began on August 20th. That’s nearly half of last […]

UDAF Urges Horse Owners To Vaccinate Against West Nile Virus

UDAF Urges Horse Owners To Vaccinate Against West Nile Virus

Oct 15, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is urging all horse owners to vaccinate their animals against West Nile Virus following confirmed cases across the state. To date, horses have tested positive in 11 counties, including Uintah County. Of the confirmed cases, 14 horses have been treated and 6 were euthanized. “Vaccination is the most […]

Sandhill Crane Growing Population Poses Challenges For Farmers

Sandhill Crane Growing Population Poses Challenges For Farmers

Oct 15, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

While a growing sandhill crane population can be exciting for bird watchers, it’s less exciting for some local landowners. Sandhill cranes, known for their loud call that can be heard miles away and their crimson crown and tall gray body, are known to cause some problems for farmers. The Division of Wildlife Resources shares that […]

Senator Ron Winterton Shares Message On Political Violence

Senator Ron Winterton Shares Message On Political Violence

Oct 14, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s now been over a month since the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in Orem and Senator Ron Winterton has added his voice to those calling for an end to political violence. The following is the full post From ‘Ronald Winterton for Utah Senate #20’: Utah and our nation were shaken by […]

Meet The Candidate: Incumbent Ted Munford For Vernal City Council

Meet The Candidate: Incumbent Ted Munford For Vernal City Council

Oct 14, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Election ballots are showing up in mailboxes around the Uintah Basin and Vernal City residents will have the opportunity to vote for two open City Council positions. Incumbent candidate Ted Munford is passionate about serving Vernal City and hopes to continue to do so. “I have served on Vernal City Council for many years,” shares […]