NEPA Process For Daggett County Multi-Use Trail Project
The process continues for the environmental assessment of a proposed Daggett County project. The proposed SR-43 Multi-Use Trail Project aims to construct a 10-foot-wide asphalt paved trail along SR-43 and then along Stateline Road and Airport Road. “The trail runs...
Anglers Encouraged To Harvest Lake Trout On Flaming Gorge
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has announced that annual fish stocking at Flaming Gorge will begin mid-May and continue through mid-June and this event offers a prime opportunity for anglers to target lake trout under 28 inches. “Lake trout can significantly...
One More Week For Submissions To ‘Beyond The Margins’
You might be a little late to the game but there’s still time to potentially be part of the upcoming edition of a local publication. Uintah County Library’s literary magazine, ‘Beyond the Margins’, is accepting submissions for the publication’s Summer 2025 edition for...
Support Local Special Olympians During Torch Run
When you hear sirens tomorrow in the mid afternoon in Vernal there’s no cause for alarm. It’s just the kickoff of this year’s Special Olympics with the annual Torch Run! The Torch Run is hosted by local law enforcement agencies across the state and the Uintah County...
Preliminary Hearing Held For Suspect In 1972 Murder Of Gregory Nickell
A 1972 murder that went unsolved for over 50 years is finally having its day in court. On November 26th, 2024, Darrel Eugene Choate of Tooele was taken into custody by Uintah County Sheriff Detectives at a Salt Lake City hospital for the 1972 murder of Gregory...
Arrest In Native American Clothing/Jewelry Stolen From Roosevelt Storage Unit
A man was arrested last week following an investigation into Native American clothing and jewelry reported stolen from a storage unit in Roosevelt last month. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the victim reported that the lock had been removed from her...


Domestic Violence Assault Ends In Arrest
A domestic violence assault ended in arrest in Duchesne County this week. On May 5th, 35-year-old Dimetri Del Wopsock was arrested after an alleged assault that took place at his apartment in Roosevelt. Investigators spoke with the victim and found visible markings...
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Corrections Officers
The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office took time to publicly acknowledge the service and dedication of a special group of their team members in observance of National Corrections Officer Week. “Following an arrest, our Corrections Officers bear the continuous...
Basin Bird Festival Back And For The Entire Family
The Basin Bird Festival is back and being hosted at a special new location. Hosted by the Roosevelt Arts, Parks, & Recreation Committee, the Basin Bird Festival will be at Roosevelt’s new nature park. For the last month, individuals and families have been invited...
Union Cougars Track Enjoying Season With Broken School Records
It’s been a great season for track and field and the Union Cougars have had many school records broken. Union Cougar Athletics reports that this season Lisa Richards jumped a massive jump of 18′ 0.5″. This breaks the previous school record set by Kinslee Drake in 2022...
Duchesne County Man Arrested For Drug Distribution After March Overdose
A Duchesne County man was arrested over the weekend on drug distribution charges after an investigation revealed he was the prescription drug supplier in a recent overdose. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a prescription bottle prescribed to Cole Warner...
Meth Located In Vehicle During DUI Arrest In Roosevelt
Methamphetamine was found in a vehicle during a DUI arrest in Roosevelt on May 2nd. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 43-year-old Angelina Jonette Kelsey was pulled over on 800 South State Street for a traffic violation. It was noted that the vehicle had...
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