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Craig Woman Assaults Officer

Apr 19, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A Craig woman was arrested on Sunday after assaulting a police officer. At 12:18am, officers responded to a report of a homeless woman who was intoxicated and upset at a local hotel. The woman was with a man who was also intoxicated and upset.

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NRA Youth Hunter Education Challenge

Apr 19, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Building the next generation of hunters; that’s the goal and purpose of the YHEC, Youth Hunter Education Challenge, put on by the National Rifle Association. To the excitement of many, the NRA Youth Hunter Education Challenge for the state of Utah is being held this weekend in Vernal.

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Give Em’ Health: ATV Youth Safety Course

Apr 19, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Weather is warming up and folks are enjoying fun in the great outdoors. TriCounty Health Department is urging safety first by offering two youth ATV safety courses this month. “This came about because Primary Children’s Hospital looked at what injuries were coming in to them,” explains TriCounty Health representative Jeramie Tubbs.

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Corrections Officer on Internet Safety

Apr 18, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Parents are responsible for their children’s health and wellbeing and internet safety is a key component in that quest. Sgt. Rue Larsen from the Utah State Corrections Office visited the Uintah Basin last week and added his expertise to the topic. Larsen recommends keeping an open line of communication between yourself, your kids and your spouse, making sure to set clear rules.

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Turkey Hunt Coming Up

Apr 18, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Plenty of permits are still available for the turkey hunt in May. According to Jason Robinson, upland game coordinator for the Division of Wildlife Resources, the general statewide hunt provides several advantages.

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New Repairs to Steinaker Reservoir; No Limit on Fishing

Apr 18, 2017 · Basin Now · News

While locals have known repairs to Steinaker Reservoir were coming, new repairs have been announced. According to DWR Regional Aquatics Manager Trina Hedrick, the Bureau of Reclamation is draining Steinaker further than originally planned in order to repair the dam and improve it for earthquake safety.

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STRATA Networks Launches Data Center

Apr 18, 2017 · Basin Now · News

The STRATA Networks data center officially opened its doors on Monday for invited guests to experience a tour of the new facility. A data center is able to store, manage, and disseminate equipment and data to help organizations to scale and grow their business.

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Hikers Go Missing in Grand Canyon National Park

Apr 18, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A well-respected local woman and her grandson tragically went missing Saturday evening while hiking at Grand Canyon National Park. According to Park Services, an alert was received from a personal locating beacon in a backcountry area of the Grand Canyon on Saturday evening, April 15th.

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Wanted: Craig Man for Assault

Apr 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Police are looking for a Craig man wanted for assault. 34-year-old Tanner Eugene Sholes is wanted for felony menacing, vehicular assault, possession of a weapon, reckless endangerment, child abuse, assault, driving under restraint, criminal mischief and reckless driving.

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New Pavilions at Buckskin Hills Shooting Range

Apr 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Already among the best in the nation, Buckskin Hills just got better. Thanks to grant money through the National Rifle Association, the shooting complex now has 4 new pavilions. Uintah County Commissioner Brad Horrocks credits the work and dedication of Gayle Rasmussen with the funding opportunity.

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USU-Uintah Basin Faculty Promoted

Apr 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Utah State University – Uintah Basin is bringing progress to more than just the students. Four of its faculty members have been promoted from assistant professor to associate professor with tenure, a jump that doesn’t just happen overnight.