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Jones National Fish Hatchery Makes Presentation at Chamber of Commerce

Apr 25, 2022 · Basin Now · News

At the most recent Vernal Chamber luncheon, Travis Anderson gave a presentation about the Jones National Fish Hatchery. The Hatchery was founded in 1968 to provide management and production of trout for mitigation of Colorado River Storage Project waters of the Upper Colorado River System and to meet Tribal trust responsibilities on Native American land.

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DWR: Do Not Let Pets Chase Or Harass Wildlife

Apr 22, 2022 · Basin Now · News

If you are planning to take your dog on any hikes or camping trips this spring and summer, the Division of Wildlife Resources has a clear message for you. Do not allow your pets to chase or harass any wildlife. “If they get chased, it uses up energy they may need to survive,” shares DWR Big Game Coordinator Covy Jones.

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Uintah High Announces 2022 Distinguished Alumna

Apr 22, 2022 · Basin Now · News

The 2022 Distinguished Alumna for Uintah High School is a woman known for many years of service to the community and especially to students. Vernie Heeney graduated from Uintah High School in 1969 and graduated from college with a double major in elementary education and psychology.

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Uintah County Children’s Justice Center Program Report

Apr 21, 2022 · Basin Now · News

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month and so it was fitting that Tonya Murray with the Children’s Justice Center gave a report to the Uintah County Commission. 2021 was a record year at the Center with over 305 children interviews performed and 61 medical exams conducted, in addition to other services. In comparison, in 2007, the Center conducted 71 interviews and a total of 7 medical exams.