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Two Hospitalized After Head On Crash On Highway 40
Two people were transported to the hospital following a crash on Highway 40 on Friday afternoon. According to Utah Highway Patrol, the crash on US-40 involved 2 vehicles. A car was traveling westbound and attempted to pass a slower moving semi so they crossed over the...
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Two Hospitalized After Head On Crash On Highway 40
Two people were transported to the hospital following a crash on Highway 40 on Friday afternoon. According to Utah Highway Patrol, the crash on US-40 involved 2 vehicles. A car was traveling westbound and attempted to pass a slower moving semi so they crossed over the...
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Warrant Arrest Reveals Methamphetamine
A woman in Duchesne County with active statewide warrants was arrested last week and received an additional charge thanks to her methamphetamine stash. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers arrived at the residence and informed Jina Tinnin of her...
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Celebrates Con Amore DARE Graduation
The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office celebrated DARE graduation with the students of Con Amore this month. Duchesne County School Resource Officer, Deputy Kevin Priebe, joined the class to recognize the students’ hard work and commitment to making safe and responsible...
Obituaries
David J Haslem
Funeral services for David J Haslem, age 83 of Vernal, husband of Barbara Haslem will be held Saturday February 17, 2024 at 12:00pm at the Ashley 3rd Ward Chapel (236 East 600 South), visitation for family and friend will be held Friday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm at the...
Carrie Lynette (Slaugh) Murray
Funeral services for Carrie Lynette (Slaugh) Murray, age 67 of Vernal, will be held Friday February 16, 2024 at 11:00am at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. Visitation for family and friends will be held Thursday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm and Friday 9:45am ~ 10:45am...
Jacob “Jake” Rinderknecht Obituary
Jacob "Jake" Rinderknecht, age 40 of Vernal, husband of Megan Searle Rinderknecht, passed away on Friday February 9, 2024. Funeral services for Jacob "Jake" Rinderknecht, age 40 of Vernal, husband of Megan Searle Rinderknecht, will be held Thursday February 15, 2024...
John Christian Urry
Funeral services for John Christian Urry, age 43 of Vernal, son of Steve and Kathy Urry will be held Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 12Noon at the Davis 1st Ward Chapel, 3990 South 1500 East. Visitation for family and friends will that morning at the church from...
Allen LeRoy Roth
Funeral Services for Allen LeRoy Roth, age 81 of Vernal, the husband of Janet Fuller Rothg, will be held at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary on Friday, February 9, 2024, at 11:00 am with a viewing one hour prior to services. Burial will be at the Rockpoint Cemetery with...
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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.
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Utah Highway Patrol Reports On 2 Separate Fatal Accidents In Eastern Utah
Utah Highway Patrol has shared information on two separate fatal accidents on roadways in eastern Utah. First, Utah...
Ban Lifted On Non-Member Fishing/Camping/Boating By Ute Tribe Fish&Wildlife
There is some great news for those that have missed recreating on Ute Tribal land. The Ute Tribe Fish and Wildlife...
Dinosaur National Monument Road Construction Update
Dinosaur National Monument has thanked the public for their patience when it comes to the road construction that has...
Lightning Strikes Cause 17 Wildfires In Moffat County
The dry conditions and thunderstorms have been a recipe for disaster in western Colorado, especially in Moffat County....
Vernal PD Conducting State-Funded Crosswalk Enforcement Shifts
Vernal Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert around schools and consider their message...
Public Asked To Report Whereabouts Of Missing Juvenile
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office has reported a missing juvenile and is asking for the public to share any...
Bond Hearing Held For Uinta Basin Railway In Duchesne County
A bond hearing was held at the Duchesne County Administration Offices on Monday regarding private activity bonds for...
Guinness Headquarters Does NOT Award Record For Friday’s Record Attempt
While Friday was a magical experience in downtown Vernal as over a thousand community members gathered in dinosaur...
Vernal Regional Airport Hosts Aircraft Rescue And Firefighting Training
Firefighting crews from around the state received hands-on training during the annual Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting...
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.
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