Local news from across the Uintah Basin.
Watch For Avalanche Danger When In Backcountry
US Forest Service has a warning for all heading out to enjoy fresh powder in the backcountry.
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Vernal City Welcoming New Faces To City Council
It’s a new year and there will be some new faces on the Vernal City Council. On Monday, a special meeting was held to swear in new city council member Corey Foley, returning council member Ted Munford, and returning Mayor Doug Hammond.
Omicron COVID Variant Likely To Strain Local Hospitals; Please Prevent Spread
While cases of COVID-19 have recently been on the decline, community members are asked to increase their precautions to prevent the spread of illness as the Omicron variant is spreading across the region.
Electronics Recycling Offered In Vernal And Roosevelt
Certified destruction of data on computers and devices is not easy to come by but a window of opportunity is now open.
Local Hospitals Announce New Years Babies
Every year local hospitals excitedly celebrate the first baby born in the new year by giving the family a special gift basket and making a public announcement.
DWR Wildlife Crossings And Fencing Reducing Vehicle/Wildlife Collisions
Vehicle/wildlife collisions are on the decline and the Division of Wildlife Resources credits the increase of wildlife crossings and fencing. Crossings and fencing on Highway 40 as well as culverts on Seep Ridge Road are among the over 60 wildlife crossings in the state that are helping that trend in the right direction.
50th Anniversary Of Starvation Reservoir Celebration
It’s the 50th anniversary of Starvation Reservoir and Duchesne County 4-H is inviting the community to celebrate
Roosevelt City New Year’s Eve Celebration Time Moved Up
Roosevelt City wants everyone ringing in the New Year with them to do so as comfortably as possible and so they’ve moved their celebration’s time to earlier. The 2nd annual New Year’s Eve celebration is taking place December 31st at Constitution Park in Roosevelt City.
Volunteers Needed ASAP For Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program
If you’re looking for a flexible and rewarding volunteer experience, the VITA program is in need of volunteers.
Man Who Claims Tie To Cartel In Moffat County Jail On Multiple Assault Charges
A man who claims to have Cartel connections is in the Moffat County Jail after multiple alleged assaults were reported.
Downtown Vernal Planning Continues
City and County officials continue to advance the Downtown Vernal Plan. Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion provided the update: The plan is built upon public engagement and more ideas to create a better result.
Commit to No Drinking And Driving This Holiday Weekend
Local law enforcement will be working extra shifts over the holiday focused on DUI enforcement and the easiest way to avoid any run-ins with them is to simply commit to zero drinking and driving.