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Uintah County Republican Party Submits Nominees for County Attorney Vacancy
The Uintah County Republican Party has announced that the Uintah County Republican Party Central Committee convened on May 26, 2026, in response to the announced resignation of Uintah County Attorney Jaymon J. Thomas, effective June 5. In accordance with Utah Code...
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Uintah County Republican Party Submits Nominees for County Attorney Vacancy
The Uintah County Republican Party has announced that the Uintah County Republican Party Central Committee convened on May 26, 2026, in response to the announced resignation of Uintah County Attorney Jaymon J. Thomas, effective June 5. In accordance with Utah Code...
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06:00 PM
Local News
Simplot Vernal Mine Awarded By Utah Mining Association
Simplot has received a much deserved recognition recently. Simplot Company announced that their Vernal mine has “once again received two prestigious awards from the Utah Mining Association: the Environmental Stewardship Award and the Outstanding Safety Performance...
Ranch Oil Wells Development Approved In Duchesne County
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has made approvals on the Ranch Oil Wells Development in Duchesne County. “The Responsible Official signed a decision record under which the BLM will authorize five Applications for Permit to Uinta Wax Operating LLC...
Obituaries
Connie Manning
Funeral services for Constance "Connie" Manning, age 80 of Whiterocks will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Whiterocks Community Building. There will be a wake after 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the community building. Burial will be in the Ft....
Nelson James Marshall
Funeral services for Nelson James Marshall, age 97, of Vernal, husband of Eleanor Marshall, will be held Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:00PM at the Maeser 7th Ward Chapel (2745 West 1000 North). A visitation will be held Monday evening from 6-7PM at the Phillips Ashley...
Darren Glade Johnson
Darren Glade Johnson, age 58 of Lapoint, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 in Vernal, Utah. Funeral services for Darren Glade Johnson, age 58 of Lapoint, will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 1:00pm. Visitation for family and friends will be held Sunday from...
Antone “Tony” Everett Purcell
Funeral services for Tony Purcell, age 74 of Vernal, will be held Thursday March 19, 2026, at 11:00am at the Ashley 3rd Ward LDS Chapel, (235 East 600 South). Visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm at the Phillips Ashley Valley...
Janette Cecila Thomas
Funeral services for Janette Thomas, age 72 of Vernal, the wife of Tom Thomas, will be held Saturday March 21st at 12noon at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.There will be a viewing for family and friends held Friday evening from 6 until 8pm and Saturday from...
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Uintah County Mother Charged With Aggravated Child Abuse
A Uintah County mother is facing a charge of 1st Degree Felony Aggravated Child Abuse after an allaged event at the...
Intoxicated 20-Year-Old Breaks Into Vernal Home And Assaults Resident
A 20-year-old man is behind bars and facing charges after allegedly breaking into a Vernal residence and assaulting a...
Whiterocks Bear Dance Enjoyed Again After Four Years
A special celebration returned this year as part of a sacred time of celebration for the Ute Tribe. After a break of a...
Eagle View Teachers Earn Effective Teacher $7000 Bonus
Two Eagle View Elementary teachers have received a serious bonus as part of a special incentive program, one for the...
Vernal PD Addresses Speculation Regarding Police Response To Motorcycle Rally
Vernal Police Department has issued a response following public speculation on and off of social media regarding...
Union Track and Field Team Members Win At 3A State Tournament
The Union track and field team had a great showing at the 3A state tournament. The Union boys track team placed third...
Former Vernal Oilers Goaltender Playing On International Stage
The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) has shared some exciting news about a former Vernal Oilers Goaltender....
Memorial Day Schedule For American Legion Post 64 Of Roosevelt
Memorial Day is one week from today and the Utah American Legion Post 64 of Roosevelt has shared their schedule for...
State Board Recognizes Two Uintah School District Counselors
The Utah State Board of Education and Utah School Counselor Association has recognized two Uintah School District...
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.
Public Affairs
Local politics and public affairs affect all of us. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to stay up to to date with all the ongoing events. We’ll do the work for you to make sure you always have up-to-date and accurate information at your fingertips.
Local Sports
Stay up to date with the athletes in our community. We give updates from their games both at home and away so that you can stay in-the-know from the convenience of your computer or smartphone. News about local sports from each of the local highschool teams.