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Public Lands Package Affecting Uintah Basin Headed to President’s Desk

Feb 27, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Years in the making, a lands package with a number of sections relevant to the Uintah Basin is on its way to President Trump’s desk. S. 47, the Natural Resources Management Act, was passed by the House of Representatives on Tuesday, moving forward a piece of legislation that expands access to public lands which Representative Rob Bishop says is considered a major win, especially for sportsmen, hunters, and fishermen across America.

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Celebrating Seuss in the Basin

Feb 26, 2019 · Basin Now · News

How many, many feet will you meet? Plan to meet lots of different feet at the various Dr. Seuss celebrations. On Friday, March 1, the Uintah County Library and the Literacy Commission will be celebrating with a Dr. Seuss Day party based on his book The Foot Book. There will be storytimes for the little ones at 10am and 11am.

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Annual Domestic Violence Conference This Thursday; Registration Open

Feb 26, 2019 · Basin Now · News

A conference is being held this week in Vernal that aims to help some of the community’s most vulnerable members. The theme for the 2019 Annual Domestic Violence Conference is ‘Connecting the Dots Through Community Partnerships’ and like the conference does every year, those in attendance will be trained to better serve victims of domestic violence.

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Uintah County Commission Tables Elected Official Salary Proposal

Feb 26, 2019 · Basin Now · News

The proposed elected official salary adjustment was on Monday’s agenda for the Uintah County Commission but did not move forward. The Clerk/Auditor’s Office confirmed that the resolution was tabled indefinitely. The resolution caught many elected officials by surprise when the Uintah County Commission brought it forward during their February 4th meeting.

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Support for BTA Displayed During Monday’s Joint City-County Meeting

Feb 26, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Uintah County’s joint City-County meeting held on Monday welcomed members of the community as the future of the Basin Transit Authority in Uintah County was discussed. Officials representing Uintah County, Naples, Ballard, and Vernal City meet monthly, working together to address a wide variety of needs within Uintah County. The BTA services and funding was the only item for Monday’s meeting which allowed many community members the opportunity to offer input.

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Rising Star Riders Saddle Club Opening Meeting

Feb 26, 2019 · Basin Now · News

For those in the Uintah Basin that have interests of an equine nature there is an organization looking for members. The Rising Star Riders Saddle Club is a family oriented horse/rider club that is having their first meeting of the year. Though a membership club, their first meeting is open to the public to come see what they are about.

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Vernal Walmart Part of Baby Savings Day

Feb 22, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Anyone who has visited Walmart lately knows the remodel has made shopping a bit like hide and seek. If you have a baby, however, consider playing the game. On Saturday, February 23, Walmarts across the country, including the one in Vernal, are having a Baby Savings Day.

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Be Avalanche Safe; Know Current Danger Ratings

Feb 22, 2019 · Basin Now · News

After close calls and even a death in the Uinta Mountains, Utah Avalanche Center is trying to help keep our outdoor adventurers as safe as possible. If you know anyone who skis, snowboards, snowmobiles, or snowshoes in the backcountry be sure they are being avalanche safe. Part of that is having the rescue gear, a beacon, shovel, probe partner, and the knowledge to use them.

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“Hope Is Not An Emergency Plan”; Prepare Now for Spring Runoff

Feb 22, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Uintah County Emergency Management is urging the public to prepare now for spring runoff, especially if your home is in a flood plain, by a ditch, canal, or creek, or if you’ve experienced flooding before. “Hope is not an emergency plan,” says Uintah County Emergency Manager Tal Ehlers. “We live in Utah which means we get spring runoff so people need to be conscientious.” Ehlers explains there is just no way to know at what rate the snow will melt so the best course of action is to prepare for the worst. Purchase sandbags now. Clean rain gutters. Clear snow from roofs. Make paths for melting snow to reach a drain. If you don’t know whether you’re in a flood plain or not, find the FEMA Flood Plain Map online and search your address. “We have time now for not only awareness but action,” shares Ehlers. “Let’s be prepared and aware, taking the steps now while it’s still cold and before the melt has begun.” Sandbags are available for purchase locally at hardware, farm, and ranch stores.

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Manila/Tabiona Boys Basketball Buzzer Beater Getting National Attention

Feb 22, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Video of a local buzzer beater finish is making the rounds online. The Tabiona Tigers traveled to Manila High School last Saturday for some high school boys basketball and the game was a nail biter to the end. The big ending was caught on film with the score tied at 44 and just seconds on the clock. Manila’s Garrett Potter flipped up a no-look circus shot at the buzzer, winning the Mustangs the Region Championship 46-44.

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Utah Field House Reopens After Two Week Closure

Feb 22, 2019 · Basin Now · News

The doors to the Utah Field House in Vernal have officially reopened to the public. The dinosaur museum had to close earlier this month when the facility’s boiler went out, leaving the building without proper heat. “The cold temperatures of course meant the museum was chilly and we were worried about pipes freezing so we had temporary heating systems up with cords everywhere,” shares Mary Beth Bennis, Field House Curator of Education.