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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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Local News
Vernal City Council Approves Downtown Vernal Community Block Plans
The transformation of downtown Vernal will certainly continue as long term plans for the Lamplighter block move forward. During their Wednesday meeting, Vernal City Council officially approved the plans for the Downtown Vernal Community Block. “Plans for the Community...
2026 Mr. And Miss Uintah Winners Crowned
It was another impressive year of bodybuilding competition at the Mr. and Miss Uintah competition at Uintah High School. The event took place on Wednesday evening and this year’s Mr. Uintah winner was someone familiar. Josh Scow successfully defended his Mr. Uintah...
Obituaries
Jerry L Morris
Funeral Services for Jerry L Morris. age 80, the husband of Annette Angus Morris of Dry Fork, will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 11 AM at the Uintah Conference Center. Viewings will be held Tuesday, January 9, 2024 from 6-8 PM at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary...
Chaney K Bowthorpe
Funeral services for Chaney K Bowthorpe, age 44 of Neola, will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Neola Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There will be a viewing at the church on Friday from 6-8 p.m. and from 12:-12:45...
Janel Renee (Martin) Kay
Funeral services for Janel Renee Martin Kay, age 60, will be held Saturday, January 6, 2023 at 12Noon at the Maeser 1st Ward LDS Chapel (850 West 100 North). A viewing for family and friends will be held Friday evening from 6-8PM at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral...
Sue Ann Crozier Newman
Funeral services for Sue Ann Newman (formerly Crozier), age 55, of Elwood and Roosevelt, will be held on Friday, January 5, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Altamont Stake Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There will be a visitation on Thursday...
Norman Jenkins
Funeral service for Norman D. Jenkins, age 92 of Duchesne, will be held to honor and celebrate his life on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Duchesne 1st & 3rd Ward Chapel. Viewings will be held at the church on Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m....
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Community Spotlight
Free summer meals are being offered again through Athenian Academy. The program started last year and will continue with 3 weekly pickup sites in Uintah County. The Ballard site is at 353 South 2500 East in Ballard and will be on Wednesdays between 5 and 6pm. The Vernal area site on Highway 40 and UT-88 is on Wednesdays from 11am to noon and the Fort Duchesne site is at the Ute Indian Education Building on Thursdays from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Each weekly box includes produce, fruit, and meal items.
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Traffic Officially Diverted Onto New Highway 191 Alignment North Of Vernal
Traveling Highway 191 north of Vernal is officially a safer venture moving forward. The Utah Department of...
Soft Opening For Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata Ahead Of 2026 Grand Opening
While the grand opening for the Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata is scheduled for 2026, the course is operational and is in a...
Book Cliffs Watershed Project Complete
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Sweetwater County Sheriff On Wyoming Virtual Care Crisis Program
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Dinah “SOAR” Days Hot Air Balloon Festival Offers Fun Weekend Events
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‘Walk In Her Shoes’ To Be Among Autumn Fest Events In Roosevelt
A special event will be part of this year’s Autumn Fest in Roosevelt next month. ‘Walk In Her Shoes’ is a short walk...
Zones Around Lee And Elk Fire Reminded To Remain Vigilant
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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...
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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