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Roosevelt Animal Shelter Reminds Public About Pet Firework Safety

Roosevelt Animal Shelter Reminds Public About Pet Firework Safety

Jul 3, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Everyone loves fireworks during the Fourth of July holiday. Well, almost everyone. The Roosevelt Animal Shelter wants to remind the public that every July the shelters get flooded with strays who are affected by the fireworks. The shelter offers some tips to keep your pets safe. Keep the pets secured indoors and consider walking your […]

Uintah Basin Healthcare Stroke Symptoms

Uintah Basin Healthcare Stroke Symptoms

Jul 3, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Recently, Uintah Basin Healthcare announced that their Vernal Campus Emergency Department is now a certified Stroke Receiving Facility. What this means is that the campus has the required infrastructure, staff, and equipment to stabilize and provide rapid, optimal, and efficient care to acute stroke patients. They are asking the public to be aware of the […]

Fireworks Safety Message

Fireworks Safety Message

Jul 3, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Safety is a must when it comes to having fun with fireworks. Here are safety tips from the Utah State Fire Marshal: Only adults should light fireworks. Keep matches and lighters away from children. Only use fireworks outdoors. Only light one firework at a time and get away quickly as soon as it is lit. […]

Elks Lodge Hosts Journey of Hope Riders

Elks Lodge Hosts Journey of Hope Riders

Jun 30, 2023 · Sheri Remington · News

The Vernal Elks Lodge had a great time hosting the Journey of Hope riders on Wednesday, June 28th. Anthony Christianson with the Elks Lodge shares that this is an annual event that comes through Vernal on a trip from the west coast to Washington DC where they raise awareness for people with disabilities.” This Northern […]

Make Fireworks Safety A Top Priority

Make Fireworks Safety A Top Priority

Jun 30, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time to celebrate America’s Independence and if you’re planning to use fireworks here’s a few things to remember. First, be prepared by reading and following the label directions on fireworks. Always have water handy such as a garden hose or bucket of water. Keep pets indoor as fireworks easily frighten more animals and many […]

Chance To Apply For Cranes, Grouse Or Swans Hunting Permits Opens July 5

Chance To Apply For Cranes, Grouse Or Swans Hunting Permits Opens July 5

Jun 30, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Hunters looking for a unique experience listen up. The application period to hunt greater sage-grouse, sandhill crane, tundra swan or sharp-tailed grouse this fall opens on Wednesday, July 5th and are available through the Utah hunt drawing. “These permits provide a unique opportunity for hunters to pursue species that aren’t widely available everywhere,” shares DWR […]

Ute Tribe Pow Wow

Ute Tribe Pow Wow

Jun 30, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Tribe is spreading the word: The Ute Tribe Pow Wow is happening now through Sunday on the Pow Wow grounds just west of the Ute Plaza supermarket in Ft. Duchesne. The tribe welcomes everyone to stop by and experience Native American culture while checking out booths with food and items for sale.

Another Successful Year For Girls State

Another Successful Year For Girls State

Jun 30, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

It was another successful year for Girls State in Utah with a great group of locals representing the Uintah Basin. In Uintah County, the American Legion sent 8 girls, 3 from Terra Academy and 5 from Uintah High School. There were Faith Hatch, Abilyn Montgomery, and Ema Porter from Terra Academy and Naomi Bernadino Santos, […]

Mormon Crickets

Mormon Crickets

Jun 29, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

While they haven’t been hit as hard as Nevada, areas of the western slope of Colorado are dealing with major pockets of cricket infestation, especially near Meeker and Craig. The so-called Mormon Crickets travel as a large swarm, eating the countryside and whatever crops they can get to. Images of Highway 40 in Moffat County […]

Roosevelt City Hosting An Independence Day To Remember

Roosevelt City Hosting An Independence Day To Remember

Jun 29, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Roosevelt City is taking Independence Day to the next level this year with a full day of partying in the U.S.A. at the Constitution Park. The day kicks off with a flag retirement ceremony at 8am followed by the American Legion flag ceremony and raising of the new City flag. The Color Run is up […]