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The Colowyo Mine in Moffat County will very soon officially close. According to a press release from Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Tri-State will transition to full reclamation of the Colowyo Mine, following the conclusion of coal production by...

While it may seem like wildlife are moving through populated areas more often, the Division of Wildlife Resources says the increase in doorbell and security cameras in neighborhoods is largely to blame. The most important thing is to just keep your distance. “Getting...

The Uintah County Library has an exciting offering that is literally on the move. The Library on Wheels travels to smaller communities to reach more residents in Uintah County. Yesterday, they enjoyed bringing books and resources to the Tridell Fire Station and...

Insurance Business reported on Monday on a federal lawsuit tied to a 2018 workplace injury that occurred in Uintah County. The report states that “Liberty Mutual allegedly stonewalled a $5.86 million dollar settlement for years, only to deny coverage after its own...

The Ashley National Forest has announced that there will be prescribed burning this week on the Flaming Gorge Ranger District. “Fire personnel anticipate burning in the Red Canyon Lodge area, North of Hwy 44,” shares the announcement. “The burn is planned for...

A real NASA astronaut visited the Uintah Basin last week, inspiring students and adults alike. Uintah School District reported that it was a great experience. “Students from elementary schools across the district in the gifted and talented program had an out-of-this...

Work on US-191 in Indian Canyon continues. Crews this fall have been working at multiple locations. The areas of focus have been or will be: Milepost 267-269 where crews are removing dirt to build six foot wide shoulders on each side of the road; Milepost 272-275...

A man was arrested last week in Uintah County after his actions constituted what is defined as road rage in Utah Code. According to the Probable Cause Statement, on October 30th, a person who was part of a funeral procession was using her vehicle to block traffic to...

Veterans Day is next week and Duchesne County has plans to join the National Association of Counties in becoming a ‘Green Light for Veterans County’. It’s expected that the Duchesne County Commission will approve a Resolution today making it official. It’s important...

Tomorrow is Election Day. There will only be one Vote Center open in Uintah County on Election Day and it will be in the Uintah County Commission Chambers of the Uintah County Building. Polls will be open from 7am to 8pm. Ballots must be received by 8pm on Election...