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Governor Spencer Cox has called the Utah Legislature into a special session to address several matters of state business, including a hot topic affecting the Uintah Basin. The special session will be held Tuesday, December 9th, with a heavy focus on the topic of...

What’s the best way to relate to a crowd of middle schoolers? For those at Vernal Middle School, the answer is to join them in celebrating the latest slang phenomenon. The school celebrated 67 days of learning so far this school year. “We’ve officially made it through...

If you’re looking for an opportunity to serve local senior citizens this holiday season, there’s a few easy ways. One simple way is by visiting the Museum of Uintah County to make holiday cards for local seniors. There is a card-making station to make cards there or...

If you were wondering what the crane is doing in downtown Vernal you’re not alone. In answer, Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion shares that two projects are underway in that area. First, cable and string lights were placed over Vernal Avenue. “They will be programmed...

There’s some good news from the state of Utah: drug deaths, including fentanyl, are finally trending down. “One year after its formation, the Utah Fentanyl Task Force met to review the latest data and align next steps,” shares the announcement. “Preliminary statewide...

Whether you’ve just started bird-watching or you are an advanced “birder,” wildlife officials are inviting you to help gather important data about birds during the 126th annual nationwide Audubon Christmas Bird Count. “For over 120 years, these annual counts have...

The start of an annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will include a lot more than just the magical lighting moment. ‘Light Up Vernal’ is a community event happening in the park in front of the Uintah County Library and will include a family fun zone, vendor booths,...

Deputies with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person or the owner of a vehicle shown in a photo they have shared. “We are requesting information that may be relevant to a recent report,” shares the Sheriff’s...

Let’s go riding for a good cause this weekend. The 6th annual Polar Bear Run is happening on Saturday starting at Beer’s Harley Davidson and ending at the Gateway Saloon. “This is our 6th year putting on the Polar Bear Run,” shares Charlene Bradshaw. “We raise money...

Roosevelt City is in the Christmas Spirit and inviting the public to join them. Shop with a Cop is still looking for donations to make this year’s event a success. All donations go straight to families in need during the Christmas season. Those willing to donate can...