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Repeat DUI Offender Behind Bars
Multiple people called in a pickup truck with a suspected intoxicated driver on Thursday in Duchesne County. An officer responded and observed the vehicle turning onto Highway 40. After observing the vehicle swerving in its lane and crossing the solid line, a stop was...
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Find all the accurate information you need about local news and events from one convenient, trustworthy source
Repeat DUI Offender Behind Bars
Multiple people called in a pickup truck with a suspected intoxicated driver on Thursday in Duchesne County. An officer responded and observed the vehicle turning onto Highway 40. After observing the vehicle swerving in its lane and crossing the solid line, a stop was...
Green River Rocks
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Local News
Another Magical ‘Night To Shine’ Event Held In Vernal
Vernal’s ‘Night to Shine’ held on Friday lived up to its reputation as the best event of the year! 117 special guests and nearly 400 volunteers partied the night away at the Vernal Christian Church for the red carpet prom night for individuals with special needs,...
‘Heart Of The Basin’ Warming Center Needs More Volunteers To Stay Open
The Heart of the Basin Warming Center in Vernal is keeping those who would be sleeping in the cold, safe and warm one night at a time, but more volunteers are needed to keep the Warming Center open. “Due to unexpected life changes for some of our regular volunteers,...
Obituaries
Cynthia Annie May Maguire
Funeral services for Cynthia Maguire, age 63 of Vernal, the wife of Joe Maguire, will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11:00AM at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. A viewing for family and friends will be held Tuesday evening from 6-8PM and Wednesday...
Edward Allie Stewart
Funeral services for Edward Stewart, age 90, of Vernal, will be held Monday, March 18, 2024 at 11:00AM at the Maeser 3rd Ward LDS Chapel (3040 North 1500 West). A viewing for family and friends will be held Sunday evening from 7-9PM at the Phillips Ashley Valley...
Kevin Kay Manwaring
Funeral services for Kevin Kay Manwaring, age 69, of Vernal, will be held Saturday 12Noon at the Glines 5th Ward LDS Chapel (150 South Aggie Blvd). A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday evening from 6-8PM at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home...
Jennifer Marguerite (Brown) Rose
A Celebration of life for Jennifer Marguirite Rose, age 49 of Vernal, will be held Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 4:00 PM at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.
Lewis Hackford
Funeral services for Lewis Hackford, age 92 of Tabiona, the husband of Cleo Hackford, will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Tabiona Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A viewing will be held that morning from 9:30 -...
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Community Spotlight
The Ashley Valley Farmers Market is excited to announce that vendor registration is now open for the 2026 market season. Vendors can sign up online at vernalchamber.com. Early Bird registration is available for vendors who register and pay for seven or more markets, with discounted booth pricing available through May 1, 2026.
More Local News
Man Arrested While Transporting Meth And Fentanyl For Drug Deals
A man on parole pulled over in Myton City this week was arrested and is facing new felony drug charges. According to...
Multiple Arrests On Active Warrants In Roosevelt
Several individuals were arrested on active warrants following a traffic stop on Tuesday in Roosevelt. According to...
Expect More Record Setting Heat
School may have started but the heat of summer isn’t going anywhere right away. Officials say to expect more...
Possible Changes Ahead For Vernal’s Innovation Hub Location
Vernal City has opened the door on some possible changes ahead for the Vernal Innovation Hub location. Vernal City...
Ft. Duchesne Man Facing Federal Charges For Beating Mother To Death
The Department of Justice announced on Tuesday that a federal grand jury returned an indictment charging a Ft....
Hotel Vernal Haunt Announces Charity Recipients; Invites Volunteers/Donations
Work is well underway on a much loved Halloween charity event and there is still plenty of time to get involved. Event...
UHS Teen Center To Open; Ribbon Cutting On August 29th
A collective effort has led to the opening of the new Teen Center located inside Uintah High School. The Uintah School...
Roosevelt Branch Library Receives Library Grant
The Roosevelt Branch Library of the Duchesne County Library System announced this month some helpful purchases made...
Vernal Chamber Wins Two Utah Association Of Chamber Awards
The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce shared exciting news this week. They are the recipient of not one, but two awards...
Obituaries
Nobody likes to think about death, but unfortunately, it is a part of life. At some point, we all have to say goodbye to the people we love. Our listing of local obituaries will help you remember and honor the member’s of our community who are no longer with us.
Public Affairs
Local politics and public affairs affect all of us. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to stay up to to date with all the ongoing events. We’ll do the work for you to make sure you always have up-to-date and accurate information at your fingertips.
Local Sports
Stay up to date with the athletes in our community. We give updates from their games both at home and away so that you can stay in-the-know from the convenience of your computer or smartphone. News about local sports from each of the local highschool teams.
