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ARMC Says Masks and Protective Supplies Still Needed; Donations Appreciated

Apr 2, 2020 · Basin Now · News

Ashley Regional Medical Center is grateful for the ongoing support from the community and announced Tuesday that they are accepting donations of unused and handmade medical and protective supplies and equipment. “This move is part of Ashley Regional’s ongoing efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic and prepare for increased needs of personal protective equipment (PPE), which healthcare providers across the nation are experiencing,” shares the announcement.

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Updates from Library Systems in the Uintah Basin

Apr 1, 2020 · Basin Now · News

The Duchesne County Library System announced Tuesday that their libraries have been closed to the public until further notice. “Curbside checkout continues and returns to the drop boxes have now resumed,” shares their announcement. “The library has instituted a quarantine procedure to address health concerns about returned items.”

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Outlaw Trail Theater Holding Auditions for ‘South Pacific’

Apr 1, 2020 · Basin Now · News

Outlaw Trail Theater auditions for ‘South Pacific’ are still on! In order to control the amount of people gathering, the auditions will be held by appointment. “It will be easy and we will do everything possible to work with everyone so it is as convenient as possible and works smoothly,” shares the announcement.

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Locals Awarded by Rural Water Association

Mar 31, 2020 · Basin Now · News

The service and hard work of two Uintah Basin locals was recognized recently by the Rural Water Association of Utah. At their annual conference held in late February, the Association named Bert Clark the ‘Elected Official of the Year’ and David Hatch received an award for ‘Outstanding Service by a Water Operator’.

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‘The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch’ Premieres Tuesday on A+E Network

Mar 31, 2020 · Basin Now · News

With a cleared social calendar and the Governor’s permission to stay home and watch television, it’s the perfect time to learn more about the local mystery of Skinwalker Ranch. The A+E Networks nonfiction series ‘The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch’ premieres Tuesday, March 31st. In their press release for the series, A+E and the History Channel share that the series will share “never-before-seen footage of the ranch and what it contains.

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DWR Implements Occupancy Limit at Old Fort Ponds

Mar 31, 2020 · Basin Now · News

The Division of Wildlife Resources has implemented occupancy limits at Old Fort Ponds in Uintah County. DWR Conservation Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby explains that there have been recent days with up to 50 people at the ponds but the pond occupancy is now a maximum of 25 people, while keeping distances between individuals to a minimum of 6 feet.

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Virtual Graduation Plans for UBTech

Mar 31, 2020 · Basin Now · News

UBTech isn’t letting the COVID-19 pandemic stop them from celebrating and recognizing their 2020 graduates. “I’m excited to announce, UBTech’s graduation will be virtual in 2020,” shares UBTech President Aaron Weight. “Unprecedented times provide opportunities to celebrate the success of UBTech’s graduates in advanced ways.