Legislative Update: HB 217
The 2017 Utah legislature is well underway and local Representatives are hard at work. HB 217, sponsored by Representative Scott Chew, will be on the floor of the House this week and deals with Livestock Harassment.
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Coal Production Predicted to Rise in 2017
The Energy Information Administration has positive news for communities built on the coal industry. According to a recent report, production is predicted to increase this year by 3 percent as a result of an ever increasing demand for electricity from coal fired power plants.
Armed Moffat County Man Shot by Law Enforcement
An armed Moffat County man was shot by Sheriff’s deputies after pointing his weapon at them. According to the Saguache County Sheriff’s Office, law enforcement received a report of a man with a gun on Sunday morning in Saguache County.
Uintah High Government Students Testify for HB 117
A group of Uintah High government students are taking the Hill by storm today as they testify in favor of HB 117 before the Business and Labor Committee.
Don’t Get Scammed During Tax Season
It’s tax season and beware! Scammers turn up the heat this time of year. Scammers are making calls claiming to be IRS agents.
Shed Antler Violators Cited and Charged Hefty Fines
If you didn’t think the Division of Wildlife Resources were serious about the shed antler ban statewide, think again.
Pursuit Ends at Maeser Cemetery
A police chase ending at the Maeser Cemetery on Thursday was brought to a safe conclusion in the early afternoon. Vernal Police were dispatched to a residence regarding a Domestic Violence incident at approximately 8:40am.
Roosevelt Versus Vernal Automotive Competition
A friendly rivalry between Vernal and Rooseveltstudents ended in the favor of Uintah High School students earlier this month. UBATC in Vernal hosted this year’s Roosevelt versus Vernal Automotive Competition.
Search Resumes for Missing Fisherman on Flaming Gorge
The search for the missing fisherman on Flaming Gorge resumed on Wednesday. On January 20th, the Daggett County Sheriff’s Office received report of a vehicle at the boat ramp at Cedar Springs Marina left running with no occupant or owner in the vicinity.
Ashley Regional Makes List of Top 100 Rural Hospitals
The Top 100 Rural Hospitals in the United States list is out and Ashley Regional Medical Center is on it.
NRA Banquet Back After 2 Year Break
The countdown is on for the upcoming banquet of the Uintah Basin Friends of the NRA. The event has a long history in the Uintah Basin but due to economic downturn this event is the first year back in over 2 years.
Taking Control of Your Diabetes
TriCounty Health Department is committed to the health of eastern Utah families, including those diagnosed with diabetes. A rare opportunity is coming to the region and as a result TriCounty Health is doing their part to ensure locals can participate.