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It is important to recognize amazing accomplishments, especially in difficult times like this. It is even more important to recognize the miracles that happen in our midst. Lula Beth Bowden was diagnosed with stage 2 rare kidney cancer called Wilms at three years old in March 2019.
In this day and age the world is trying to understand how to appreciate the importance of cultural differences. One way that the city of Steamboat Springs, Colorado tries to aid its citizens is by holding an annual event called the “Steamboat Springs/Ute Indian Cultural Exchange”.
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many individuals in our community, throughout the state, and the world. Utah State University will provide short-term training for in-demand industries. The training can help people to change careers or advance skills.
The Uintah County woman arrested after shooting her roommate on August 14th has officially been charged in 8th District Court. According to court documents, 72-year-old Gloria Garretson-Cates has been charged with 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Attempted Murder – Knowing and Intentional.
The changes at the Vernal Utah Temple have been moving forward at what seems like a rapid pace. The temple has just entered Phase 2 of its reopening, just in time for the soft landscaping to be planted on the new addition to the temple parking area.
Workers for the 2020 census have already started to visit homes in the Uintah Basin area. The Uintah Basin Association of Governments has shared information to help citizens identify an official census taker. Census takers will only visit from 9am to 9pm in local time.
After careful and patient consideration of local and state recommendations, plans for the 2020-2021 Uintah Basin Youth Chamber Orchestra season have been announced. The decision has been made to shift back to a strings only orchestra for at least this season and local youth string instrumentalists are invited to audition.
An effort to get fugitive sex offenders out of Utah communities has made progress, including in the Uintah Basin. Attorney for Utah John Huber was joined by Matt Harris, US Marshal for Utah, to release the results of ‘Operation Reboot’ in a press conference on Tuesday.
There are many heroes in our town and we just so happen to need a few more. Gold Cross Ambulance is actively looking to hire EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics for part time work. “What is an EMT?” asks Scott Adams, the local director of Gold Cross Ambulance.
Ashley National Forest is a popular place for more than just those enjoying some camping and recreation. Bears have also been making their presence known. “There have been a growing number of incidents with bears entering campsites as the use of the Forest and the severity of the drought has increased,” shares Ashley National Forest.
Uintah Basin Technical College will have a scholarship opportunity for students working to get their certification for Security Technician, Network Technician, and IT Support Technician. This special scholarship is made possible by the Les Olson Company in honor of Matt Olson who passed away.
There are rumors running around concerning what will be going on with the new normal of school this year. Uintah School District would like to address a serious rumor that is being passed around.