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Unregistered Sex Offender Arrested For Theft In Duchesne County
A woman was arrested in Duchesne County last week after an investigation allegedly showed her role in stealing from a Fruitland property owner. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a report of trespassing was reported on November 11th in Fruitland in which...
Ute Tribe Member Among Veterans Recognized At Special Ceremony
A Veteran who is a Ute Tribe member was among those honored this year during the University of Utah’s 28th annual Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony. The ceremony took place on Friday with Ferron Secakuku one among just 12 Utah Veterans recognized for their service....
Dean Thompson Ready To Defend Gold Buckle
Altamont’s own professional cowboy has put in the work and is ready to defend his gold buckle at the upcoming 2025 National Finals Rodeo. This will be the 3rd year making it to the NFR for the now 23-year-old Dean Thompson. Thompson first earned his spot among the top...
Holly Days Checklist Has A New Digital Option For Participants
The Home For the Holly Days Activity Checklist is ready for families to start making memories but there is a handy upgrade this year to the family favorite event. Of course a printable PDF version of the checklist is available like always but for IOS users there is...
Roosevelt PD Requests Community’s Help With ‘Shop With A Cop’
The Roosevelt City Police Department is excited to continue the beloved tradition of Shop With A Cop. “Each December, our dedicated officers come together to make the holidays brighter for local children in need,” shares the announcement. “This special event allows us...
Uintah Theatre On The Hunt For Young Elsa And Anna
Do You Want To Build A Snowman? The search is on for two talented young performers to be part of the cast of Uintah High Theatre’s production of Disney’s ‘Frozen’. The roles of Young Elsa and Young Anna will be cast from a pool of child auditioners ages 8 to 13. If...
Ute Fish And Wildlife Officer Sentenced In 2022 Shooting In Uinta Canyon
The Ute Fish and Wildlife Officer that shot two people in Uinta Canyon in 2022 was sentenced by a federal judge on Monday. Last summer, 42-year-old Waneka Rosebud Cornpeach, of Fort Duchesne, pled guilty to felony charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and assault...
Uintah County GOP Adopts Resolution For Impeachment Of Judge
The Uintah County Republican Party Central Committee adopted last week a ‘Resolution Calling for the Impeachment of Judge Dianna M. Gibson for Malfeasance in Office’ and has urged Uintah County residents to reach out to elected representatives to file articles of...
Prescribed Pile Burns Near Seep Ridge Road/Pine Springs Canyon Road
The Bureau of Land Management announced on Friday plans to ignite slash piles in the Pine Springs project area near the intersection of Seep Ridge Road and Pine Spring Canyon Road starting Monday, November 17th, pending favorable conditions. “If weather or fuel...
Local Tree Charity Events Coming Up
If you need a boost to get into the Christmas spirit there are two perfect events right around the corner. The 2025 Enchanted Forest is happening this Friday and Saturday with more than just the chance to view beautiful trees for charity. This year on Saturday, there...
Uintah County Library Receives Exceptional Service Award
Uintah County issued a news release last week highlighting the recent achievements of the Uintah County Library under the leadership of Library Director Karen England. A notable achievement to start with is that the Uintah County Library was recognized with the Utah...
Christmas Tree Permits On Sale
Finding and cutting down the Christmas tree up in the Ashley National Forest is an annual tradition for many local families and here’s the information you need to know ahead of time. Christmas tree permits can be purchased online at recreation.gov, or in person at a...
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