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It’s almost time for the annual Electronics Recycling event through the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce. Items being accepted are keyboards, accessories, cameras, phones, stereos and audio components, fax and copy machines, TV’s(flat screen only), network devices,...

Social media has been flooded with love and condolences for the family of Lauryn Reynolds, the young lady killed in the fatal accident on Tuesday morning near Strawberry Reservoir. According to Utah Highway Patrol, road conditions were slushy and snow covered...

The big Roosevelt Library move is coming up next week and volunteers are needed! The final day of operation for the current Roosevelt Library will be Friday, December 30th. The library will then be closed and moved to the new building. Moving will start on January 3rd...

Waste removal company RDT Inc. has a gift for the community this holiday season. Five large 30 yard roll-off style dumpsters have been placed throughout Uintah County for free public use and the community is invited to take advantage. RDT is under new ownership and...

There comes a time that most people have the desire to write a personal history of their life but getting started can be daunting. Uintah County Library is removing the intimidation and road blocks by providing a Personal History 101 course in 2023. The library...

A New Mexico man had only been in the area for a few hours when he allegedly assaulted a Roosevelt man, injuring him to the point of needing reconstructive surgery. 43-year-old Ruben Yazzie was arrested for the offenses of Intoxication and Aggravated Assault Resulting...

Christmas is over and cleanup has begun or is coming up. Luckily, plans are back on for Christmas tree recycling in Vernal City for those that enjoyed a real Christmas tree this year. If you’re not quite ready to part with it, here’s a suggestion offered by the...

Projects will improve boater access in the coming year thanks to the Boating Access Grant Program administered by the Division of Wildlife Resources. Two in northeastern Utah include the Big Sand Wash Reservoir restroom relocation and maintenance of installed floating...

Duchesne County had another successful year for Sub For Santa thanks to many donations and helping hands. The Duchesne County Chamber of Commerce gave a special thanks to the oil field company Western Midstream. They sent 8 employees, along with thousands of dollars...