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Frost Wins Professional Rodeo’s 2019 Linderman Award

Oct 18, 2019 · Basin Now · News

The PRCA announced this week that a Uintah Basin man is the winner of a prestigious annual award in professional rodeo. Josh Frost of Randlett captured his first Linderman Award this year for competing in the tie-down roping, steer wrestling, and bull riding events, shares PRCA ProRodeo. The Linderman Award is given to a cowboy that has won at least $1,000 dollars in three events, one of which must be a roughstock event and one a timed event.

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Former Senator Kevin VanTassell Continues to Serve the People of the Uintah Basin

Oct 18, 2019 · Basin Now · News

While his plate is perhaps less full in comparison, retirement for former Senator Kevin VanTassell has shown a continued commitment to the citizens of the Uintah Basin. VanTassell served as the Utah District 26 Senator for 12 years through 2018 and enjoyed a successful career with Zion’s Bank. Now in retirement he chooses to still serve on boards that have an impact on rural Utah: the Utah Building Board, Utah Communications Board, and Utah Highway Commission on which he is a voting member.

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No Injuries Reported in Tuesday Rollover Crash on 500 North in Vernal

Oct 17, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Thankfully there were no serious injuries reported in a rollover crash that took place Tuesday in Vernal. According to Utah Highway Patrol, the accident took place around 9pm on 500 North (SR-121) and 1500 West. The driver of a 2012 Honda was traveling westbound when the vehicle ran off the road to the right. The accident caused the vehicle to roll leaving the vehicle on its side in the middle of the roadway. Utah Highway Patrol shares that no serious injuries were reported.

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DWR Urges Waterfowl Hunters to Watch for Harmful Algal Blooms

Oct 17, 2019 · Basin Now · News

The Division of Wildlife Resources is urging waterfowl hunters to watch for Harmful Algal Blooms while out hunting, including some identified in northeastern Utah. While some believe Harmful Algal Blooms only occur during hot summer weather, it is possible for them to continue to be a threat to humans and pets throughout the fall and winter.

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CEO of Ute Tribal Enterprises Featured in Top 30 CEOs in Indian Country

Oct 16, 2019 · Basin Now · News

The CEO of Ute Tribal Enterprises, Valentina Sireech, is featured in this week’s issue of Native Business Magazine as being among the Top 30 CEOs in Indian Country. The article highlights executives “who are leading Tribal Nations and enterprises to greatness” and shares their stories and leadership tips and practices. For example, the 30 honorees were asked how they like to start their morning.

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Changes Coming for Uintah County Emergency Management

Oct 16, 2019 · Basin Now · News

A change in leadership is in store for the Uintah County Emergency Management Department. Tal Ehlers has served as the Uintah County Emergency Manager for nearly 8 ½ years and at the end of this month is moving on to a new opportunity on the Wasatch Front. Uintah County is still working out their plans to fill the position.

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Orphaned Cougar Kittens Rescued from Uinta Mountains

Oct 16, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Three Utah cougar kittens with bright blue eyes recently made an epic journey from the mountains of the High Uintas to a zoo in New York state and the Division of Wildlife Resources is sharing their story in an adorable video. It all started when a concerned citizen recently called the DWR to report finding three cougar kittens alone on the south slope of the Uinta Mountains.