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Brooklyn Murray Crowned 2026 Alive After Five Winner
Another year of a favorite local singing competition wrapped up last night at the park in front of the Uintah County Library.
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West Nile Virus Report For Northeastern Utah
The latest report from the Utah Department of Health shares that the presence of West Nile Virus is confirmed in northeastern Utah.
Vernal City Council August 5 Meeting Rundown
The Vernal City Council met on Wednesday, August 5, to consider several agreements, infrastructure projects, and operational items supporting the City's ongoing work.
Middle Schools Introducing Big Schedule Change For 6th Graders In USD
The jump from elementary school to middle school is a big one and a scheduling change being implemented for 6th grade students in Uintah School District aims at assisting in students’ success.
BLM Approves Natural Gas Wells, Vegetation Treatments, And Temporary Water Pipeline
The BLM Vernal Field Office has announced several approvals this week. Approval has been given for the Wonsits Valley Temporary Lay-flat Water Pipeline.
8th District Court Judge Among Nominees For Utah Supreme Court
The Appellate Judicial Nominating Commission announced this week that nominees have been selected for two vacancies on the Utah Supreme Court. These vacancies result from the retirement of Justice Diana Hagen on May 8, 2026, and Chief Justice Matthew Durrant on August 31, 2026. Among the nominees is Eighth District Court Judge Samuel Chiara.
Fire North Of Roosevelt Quickly Contained
A fire north of Roosevelt was quickly contained on Wednesday.
What Cameras Are Used By Vernal Police Department And What Are They Used For?
Vernal City Police Department has responded to questions about cameras used by their agency and what they are used for. The Vernal Police Department shared on Wednesday that they use Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology to help locate stolen vehicles, assist with missing person cases, and support other legitimate criminal investigations. If a license […]
Remembering Fallen Soldier Sgt. Daniel Gurr
Wednesday marked 15 years since a local hero was killed in action. On August 5th, 2011, Sgt. Daniel Gurr was fatally shot while on patrol in Afghanistan as a member of the United States Marine Corp. Daniel graduated from Uintah High School in 2008 where he was well known for his enthusiasm and smile. Also […]
No Charges To Be Filed In April Officer Involved Shooting In Rock Springs
The results have been shared of an independent criminal investigation and prosecutorial review of the April 20, 2026, officer involved shooting in Rock Springs, Wyoming. The review concluded that Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Deputy Nathaniel Hull acted lawfully and that no criminal charges will be filed. Officers had responded to an apartment complex after dispatch learned […]
Rangely Enters Stage 2 Water Restrictions
The Town of Rangely, Colorado, announced on Wednesday that they are officially entering Stage 2 Water Restrictions. “This decision was not made lightly,” shares the announcement. “Continued drought conditions and declining water supplies require us to take additional steps now to help protect our community’s water system and ensure we have enough water for essential […]
Road Closures Announced Near Little Horse Fire;
Several Forest Service Roads are closed near the Little Horse Fire. The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday that Forest Service Road #10179, #10090, and #10097 are closed until further notice. The closure also includes Horse Ridge Road North at Reservation Ridge and Avintaquin Road South of Camelot. “These closures are necessary to ensure […]