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Stretch Of Mormon Trail Through Wyoming Recently Reopened

Stretch Of Mormon Trail Through Wyoming Recently Reopened

Jul 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

A stretch of trail through Wyoming has had an influx of visitors dressed in traditional pioneer clothing this summer after recently reopening after a decade-long closure, shares a report from Cowboy State Daily. This 29-mile section of what is known as the Mormon Trail holds special significance to members of the Church of Jesus Christ […]

Man Crawls 11 Hours To Truck After UTV Crash In Uinta Mountains

Man Crawls 11 Hours To Truck After UTV Crash In Uinta Mountains

Jul 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

An Ogden man had a harrowing experience in the Uinta Mountains on July 20th but thankfully survived to tell the tale. Jake Schmitt was enjoying time on the mountain with his dog Buddy when the side-by-side they were traveling in lost control and rolled off a cliff. When he came to, Jake’s dog was by […]

Governor Cox Visits Uintah Basin

Governor Cox Visits Uintah Basin

Jul 30, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Utah’s Governor Spencer Cox made a visit to the Uintah Basin this week stopping first in Vernal. On Monday, Governor Cox enjoyed a walking tour of downtown Vernal with Mayor Doug Hammond, City Manager Quinn Bennion, and other local officials. “We welcomed Governor Cox and his economic development staff to Vernal to showcase our downtown […]

Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Alert

Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Alert

Jul 29, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Scammers lean heavily on inducing fear in their victims and Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to not fall for their tricks. Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office announced this week that they have received reports of individuals falsely claiming to be from the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office. “These callers are requesting payment and threatening […]

Politics And Pizza To Host Congressman Dr. Mike Kennedy

Politics And Pizza To Host Congressman Dr. Mike Kennedy

Jul 29, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Congressman Dr. Mike Kennedy is spending some time with constituents in northeastern Utah this week. First, Congressman Kennedy will host a Town Hall in Dutch John today at 4pm. Tomorrow, July 30th, he is scheduled for an interview on Newstalk 104.5 FM AM920 at 6:00pm and as soon as that is done he’ll head over […]

Nominate An Extraordinary Nurse: Ashley Regional Launches DAISY Awards

Nominate An Extraordinary Nurse: Ashley Regional Launches DAISY Awards

Jul 29, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Have you had a positive experience with a nurse at Ashley Regional Medical Center? Beginning August 1st, patients, families and colleagues may nominate an extraordinary nurse through written nomination forms available at the hospital or through an online nomination process. “We are proud to be among the healthcare organizations participating in The DAISY Award program,” […]

Duchesne County School District Online Registration Open

Duchesne County School District Online Registration Open

Jul 29, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ready or not, it’s time to think about back to school preparations. Duchesne County School District announced this week that the DCSD Online Registration System is now open though it is important to note that class lists and schedules are not finalized at this time and are subject to change. The parent portal can be […]

Woman Pulled Over For Speeding Hands Minor Joint To Throw Out Window

Woman Pulled Over For Speeding Hands Minor Joint To Throw Out Window

Jul 29, 2025 · Basin Now · News

A Fort Duchesne woman is facing charges after being pulled over for speeding on July 23rd. According to the Probable Cause Statement, the officer could smell marijuana while approaching the vehicle. The officer asked about the smell and the driver stated that she was smoking a joint and handed the joint to a 17-year-old passenger […]

Highway 6 Fatal Crash

Highway 6 Fatal Crash

Jul 28, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Officials are urging all travelers to stay aware of motorcycles on the roadway after a fatal accident on US-6 on Pioneer Day. Utah Highway Patrol reports that on Thursday, July 24th, at approximately 7:01 pm, a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville stopped at a stop sign preparing to turn west/left onto Highway 6. The driver failed to […]