Local news from across the Uintah Basin.
DNR Provides Update on Utah Reservoirs Fill Percentage
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Suspect At Large After Shooting at Semi
A suspect is at large after an attempted shooting that allegedly took place on the morning of June 28th. Gephardt Daily shared that Utah Highway Patrol reports that “at about 5 a.m., a red semi was traveling eastbound on US-40 at mile post 48 near Strawberry Reservoir.
4th of July Weekend Celebrations in Uintah County
The Uintah Basin will be letting freedom ring through several different 4th of July celebrations and activities. The Field of Flags will be at Freestone Walking Park in Vernal until Monday July 5th. Friday July 2nd will see an Independence Day Block Party on Main Street in Vernal with music by Little Texas from 7pm to 10pm. Tickets are just $10 dollars.
4th of July Celebrations in Duchesne County
Duchesne County is ready to celebrate freedom this Fourth of July weekend. In Duchesne City activities will be on Saturday, July 3rd. From 7am to 10am at Wallace Park there will be Lion’s Club Breakfast. The parade will be on Main Street starting at 10:30am.
Uintah County Moves to Moderate Transmission Index Level (7/1 – 7/7)
The TriCounty area COVID-19 Transmission Index has seen a change this week with Uintah County moving from High to Moderate Transmission level while Duchesne County remains at Moderate level and Daggett County remains at Low level.
Independence Day Block Party in Vernal For Whole Family Tomorrow Night
Uintah County is kicking off the holiday weekend in style Friday night by blocking off downtown Vernal and hosting a massive Independence Day Block Party complete with a full-scale patriotic concert. The stage will be set up right on Vernal Avenue and Highway 40 making it something that has never been done before to this extent.
Outlaw Trail Theater Celebrates Legacy Night During Wednesday’s ‘Hello, Dolly!’
Wednesday was a very special night at the Outlaw Trail production of ‘Hello, Dolly!’. Not only was lead Joel Benedicto back on his feet and delivering an energetic performance just days after an emergency surgery, it was also a night heralded as Legacy Night.
TriCounty Health Provides Breakdown of COVID-19 Data
TriCounty Health Department continues to encourage community members to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and are finding ways to share local data for the community’s consideration. On Wednesday, TriCounty Health distributed a chart representing COVID-19 numbers in relation to the TriCounty area.
Oil Springs Fire Update
Crews continue work on the Oil Springs Fire south of Rangely in Rio Blanco County. As of the June 30th report, County Roads 113, 116 and BLM road 1045 are still closed and all are asked to use caution when driving along Highway 139.
Patriotic Field of Flags On Display; Yellow Ribbons Available to Dedicate
The Freestone Walking Park is a breathtaking sight as the Patriotic Field of Flags is now on display. This is the second year for the field of flags as part of the Dinosaurland Freedom Fest. “The flag field includes over 600 flags that remind us of our country and freedoms,” shares Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion.
‘Westyn’s Vision’ All Abilities Playground Under Construction
An all abilities playground is under construction this week at the Naples City Park and those involved and the many people who donated to the fundraising for ‘Westyn’s Vision’ couldn’t be more excited. Westyn Hacking is an energetic three-year-old who loves to get out and play with his siblings.
Vernal City Makes Statement on Fireworks
Vernal City is not banning fireworks and City administration took time on Tuesday to clarify the topic. “Vernal City has received several questions regarding whether or not Vernal City is allowing individual fireworks this year,” shared Vernal City.