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The state water plan is being updated and the Division of Water Resources is gathering input from citizens like you. “Under Utah Code 73-10-15, the Division of Water Resources is required to periodically publish a state water plan,” shares the announcement. “Each...

Repairs to Brush Creek Road are well underway. Uintah County announced early this week that the heavy rains and flow through the culvert had washed out the road at approximately 9115 Brush Creek Road. The Uintah County Road Department got to work and on Wednesday,...

Donations are still needed for the Rotary Club’s annual Winter Coat and Hoodie Drive.  “Vernal Rotary Clubs Annual Coat Drive helps people in need stay warm during the winter! It provides essential clothing to those who can't afford it, protecting them from the...

It’s almost time for the 29th annual Great Jensen Pumpkin Festival and organizers have invited the community to get involved. “We invite you to participate in our event this year by creating a [pumpkin] display,” shares the announcement. “All displays, regardless of...

Two inmates of the Uintah County Jail are each facing a new felony charge after a major fight between the pair. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 32-year-old Roberto Alvarez Peralta and 48-year-old Gregory Checora had a physical altercation on October 11th...

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and Uintah School District has a message about protecting our most vulnerable pedestrians. “We need your help to keep our kids safe,” shares the District. “This school year, drivers have illegally passed Uintah School...

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is urging all horse owners to vaccinate their animals against West Nile Virus following confirmed cases across the state. To date, horses have tested positive in 11 counties, including Uintah County. Of the confirmed cases,...

While a growing sandhill crane population can be exciting for bird watchers, it’s less exciting for some local landowners. Sandhill cranes, known for their loud call that can be heard miles away and their crimson crown and tall gray body, are known to cause some...

It’s now been over a month since the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in Orem and Senator Ron Winterton has added his voice to those calling for an end to political violence. The following is the full post From ‘Ronald Winterton for Utah Senate...

Election ballots are showing up in mailboxes around the Uintah Basin and Vernal City residents will have the opportunity to vote for two open City Council positions. Incumbent candidate Ted Munford is passionate about serving Vernal City and hopes to continue to do...