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Ultra-Endurance Athlete Completes Record Run Across America

Ultra-Endurance Athlete Completes Record Run Across America

Oct 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Nels Matson, an ultraendurance athlete from Bradenton, Florida, accomplished the impossible to break the world record for the fastest run across America and he made a stop in the Uintah Basin along his route. On September 8, 2024, Matson began his 3,067-mile journey from San Francisco City Hall to New York City Hall, attempting a […]

Beware Of Winter Weather Advisory In Effect Tonight

Beware Of Winter Weather Advisory In Effect Tonight

Oct 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for tonight and all are urged to use caution while traveling. Heavy snow is expected above 7500 feet with snow accumulations estimated between 6 to 10 inches. While snow will likely be more widespread, the advisory is for the eastern Uinta mountains with the worst of it expected […]

Uintah County: It’s Time To Vote!

Uintah County: It’s Time To Vote!

Oct 25, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

If you haven’t already, it’s time to Vote. Uintah County issued a press release on Thursday letting Uintah County voters know that all Ballots have been mailed and should have been delivered to your home. If you have not received your ballot, please contact the Uintah County Clerk’s Office. The recommendation is to save time […]

Uintah Basin Healthcare ‘Admire The Survivors’

Uintah Basin Healthcare ‘Admire The Survivors’

Oct 25, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Billboards around the Uintah Basin are featuring some of the toughest beauties walking among us day to day. Uintah Basin Healthcare’s ‘Admire The Survivors’ this year features five local cancer survivors. “The purpose of this campaign is to educate men and women on the importance of preventative screenings and to inspire others to feel comfortable […]

Uintah Theatre’s ‘Hadestown: Teen Edition’ Opening Tonight

Uintah Theatre’s ‘Hadestown: Teen Edition’ Opening Tonight

Oct 25, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah High Theatre has a rare opportunity for audiences. Tonight this talented crew opens ‘Hadestown: Teen Audition’ and if you come see it you’ll be among the first in the nation. “The cast has nineteen students so it’s a cozier feel than our big splashy shows,” shares Director Christopher Piner. “The set is one of […]

Senator Ron Winterton: Voters Should Vote FOR Amendment B

Senator Ron Winterton: Voters Should Vote FOR Amendment B

Oct 25, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Senator Ron Winterton has shared his recommendation for voters to vote FOR Constitutional Amendment B on this election’s ballot. Constitutional Amendment B asks the voter: Shall the Utah Constitution be amended to increase the limit on the annual distributions from the State School Fund to public schools from 4% to 5% of the fund? Winterton […]

Join In And Support The Great Middle School Food Fight

Join In And Support The Great Middle School Food Fight

Oct 25, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Food fights may be fun but are generally frowned upon but a food fight to fill food pantry shelves sounds like the right kind of mischief to engage our local students in. As part of the school district’s service learning initiative, Uintah Middle School has challenged Vernal Middle School to a food fight. “We are […]

Passenger In Traffic Stop Arrested On Warrant And Drug Charges

Passenger In Traffic Stop Arrested On Warrant And Drug Charges

Oct 25, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A passenger in a vehicle pulled over in Uintah County for a traffic stop was arrested on a warrant and drug charges this week. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the traffic stop happened on Highway 40 on October 23rd in Ballard. One of the passengers identified himself as Christopher Cairoli who was found […]

Traffic Stop Ends In Arrest For Methamphetamine

Traffic Stop Ends In Arrest For Methamphetamine

Oct 24, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A traffic stop in Uintah County on October 20th ended in arrest after a K9 officer gave a positive indication of the presence of illegal narcotics, particularly on the passenger side of the vehicle. The passenger, 42-year-old Scott Allen Able, denied having any illegal substances but a search of the vehicle revealed a black zipper […]

Uintah County Missing Juvenile Located

Uintah County Missing Juvenile Located

Oct 24, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s a positive ending for a case of a missing juvenile in Uintah County this week.  Uintah County Sheriff’s Office issued the call on Wednesday morning of the missing juvenile. The family expressed their appreciation for the public spreading the word and reporting sightings. They used social media to share updates, stating that the 13-year-old […]

Uintah School District Shares Positive RISE Assessment Data

Uintah School District Shares Positive RISE Assessment Data

Oct 24, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah School District shared on Wednesday some highlights from the latest RISE assessment data for the District. The percentage of District grade-level teams in grades 3 through 8 that scored at or above the state average on the RISE assessment increased from 22% in 2022 to 37% in 2024. The average proficiency gap between District […]