Click your favorite station to learn more
98.5 The Fox
105.5 KLCY
104.5 KVEL
92.5 Jack
KNEU 1250Local news from across the Uintah Basin.
The Uintah School District has announced new protocols for playground safety within the District. According to the announcement, Uintah School District Maintenance Department conducts regular testing of the depth of the woodchips around school playgrounds to ensure safety. The District shares that “a play area is deemed unsafe and must be closed whenever the woodchips […]
The Scientists in Parks Program is now accepting applications for Dinosaur National Monument. The announcement shares that the Scientists in Parks program is a 12-week position and provides immersive paid work experiences with the National Park Service in natural resource fields so the next generation of park stewards—especially those underrepresented in science—have an opportunity to […]
A Vernal woman was arrested earlier this month after her husband ended up in the hospital. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, police were contacted after a witness stated that the victim’s wife, Keri Kelsy, told the individual that she had crushed up Trazodone and put it in the victim’s drink in an effort […]
A fatal crash happened on Thursday afternoon in western Colorado. The Colorado State Patrol responded to a report of a two vehicle crash involving a semi and a Subaru Outback. According to Colorado State Patrol, the driver of the Subaru is an 81-year-old female and the driver of the semi is a 30-year-old male, both […]
Uintah County issued an update this week on the Via Ferrata project stating that the Via Ferrata will proceed in Ashley Gorge. For those needing caught up, Via Ferrata is an outdoor recreation opportunity in which participants traverse a cliff side utilizing metal rails bolted to the cliff face and a safety cable travelers clip […]
A new Executive Director has been hired and is ready to serve as the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce Serving Duchesne County. Ashly Kulland has stepped into the role and considers it an honor to work to strengthen the community in the Duchesne County area. “I truly love being involved in the community,” […]
Back with a full orchestra, choir, children’s choir, and dancers, it’s time to kick off the Christmas season with the 12th annual Uintah Basin Orchestra and Chorus Christmas Concerts. “UBOC brings a unique experience, as our entire organization is volunteer and 99% comprised of local musicians,” shares UBOC board chairman Brandt Emery. “We pride ourselves […]
You don’t have to be a bird enthusiast to take part in the 125th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count but there’s a chance you’ll become one. The event runs from December 14th to January 5th and takes place nationwide as a way to gather important data about birds across the nation. This program is of […]
Mistakes happen and in the case of an accident on Thursday at the Vernal Post Office, it’s important to appreciate the fact that everyone was okay. If you happened to pass by or stop at the Post Office on Thursday afternoon, you likely noticed something missing, the front doors. According to the Vernal Police Department, […]
Charges filed in 8th District Court provide a strong reminder to protect your financial information and check your accounts for unusual activity. A Vernal woman has been charged with 3rd Degree Felony Unlawful Use of a Financial Card and Theft after accessing a friend’s bank account and stealing from it repeatedly during September and October […]
A repeat DUI offender was arrested over the weekend in Vernal, this time with juveniles in the vehicle with him. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a dark colored SUV traveling eastbound on 100 North was pulled over for a variety of violations. The officer approached the vehicle and noted an adult passenger in […]
Gennie Bird presented a contract to the Uintah County Commissioners on Tuesday between the County and Sunrise Engineering but which will be paid for by an outside source. The agreement is for professional engineering services regarding Ashley Gorge environmental clearances. Bird explained that the fee is $24,900 dollars but that Access Utah has agreed to […]