Vernal City Police Communications Contract with State and Federal Authorities
With the signing of a communications contract, Vernal City Police now has improved communication with state and national law enforcement.
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Jammin’ Janitors to Stop in Vernal with Utah Humanities Book Tour
Mention ‘Jammin’ Janitors’ around a group of tweens and chances are you’ll hear at least one squeal of delight. Tyler Whitesides, author of theJanitors young adult fiction series, will be making a stop in Vernal this month as part of the Utah Humanities 19th Annual Book Festival.
Roosevelt Fall Festival a Local Favorite
In what has become a favorite local event, it’s time again for the Roosevelt annual Fall Festival. Each year, competitive carvers of all ages create art from pumpkins to enter in the festival’s decorating or carving contest.
Uintah Student/Athlete of the Week
The Uintah High School Student of the Week is Tessa Cortisse, nominated by accounting teacher Mrs. Kay Lynn Holmes. The Ute Athlete of the Week is golfer Dallen Smuin, nominated by Coach Brent Labrum.
Smoke Alarms Save Lives
When is the last time you checked the smoke alarms in your home? Fire officials are urging locals to take fire prevention in their homes seriously by checking smoke alarms once a month, replacing batteries once a year and replacing the alarm at least every 10 years.
All Parents Invited to Internet Safety Conference
Dangers online are impacting youth and families locally and around the nation which is why Uintah School District is inviting all parents to a free internet safety seminar this Thursday night.
Duchesne County Fair Items at Commission Meeting
With the 2016 Duchesne County Fair a success last summer, officials are considering plans for future years. During last week’s Duchesne County Commission meeting, several fair items were considered.
Uintah County Considers Roofing Bids
Uintah County Commissioners opened bids on Monday for consideration on the roof replacement project for part of the Uintah County building.
Safety Urged After Hunter Dies of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Hunting season is officially underway and hunters are urged to remember safety goes beyond the proper handling of rifles. Parks and Wildlife officials throughout the region have issued a reminder that carbon monoxide poisoning is a real threat after the death of a hunter in western Colorado.
Uintah County Flood Control Plan a Work in Progress
Clarifications to Uintah County’s work on a flood control plan were made during discussion following the Commission meeting on Monday.
Aerospace Events to Bring Economic Potential and STEM Education
Events scheduled around the Basin this week will host key leaders from Utah’s Aerospace industry providing STEM learning for students as well as potential business opportunities for local companies.
Corn Approved as Bait on Flaming Gorge
Who knew corn could make headline news? But for anglers, the Utah Wildlife Board’s approval last week of corn as bait on limited Utah waters is big news. Flaming Gorge is among the very limited waters where anglers can fish with corn starting January 1st, 2017.