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Man Convicted Of Sexual Abuse In Vernal Among Arrests Highlighted By Department of Homeland Security
A man convicted of sexual abuse in the Uintah Basin is among a list of recent arrests highlighted by the Department of Homeland Security. On October 30th, a press release was issued announcing that despite the shutdown, arrests are continuing to be made by U.S....
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Man Convicted Of Sexual Abuse In Vernal Among Arrests Highlighted By Department of Homeland Security
A man convicted of sexual abuse in the Uintah Basin is among a list of recent arrests highlighted by the Department of Homeland Security. On October 30th, a press release was issued announcing that despite the shutdown, arrests are continuing to be made by U.S....
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Three Chances Left To See ‘Into The Woods’
The talented cast of ‘Into The Woods’ is halfway through their run at Vernal Theatre Live and all involved are enjoying the unique weaving of stories this production delivers. “Into the Woods is one of my favorite shows and I’m so glad I have the opportunity to do...
Safety Message Shared After Tragedy At Community College In Rock Springs
Western Wyoming Community College in Rock Springs, Wyoming, has shared a press release following the death of a student on Sunday. “With the permission of her family, we share that Meeka Iwen’s death was the result of suicide,” shared the announcement. “This news has...
Obituaries
Ray Honwynewa
Graveside services for Ray John Honwynewa, Jr., age 52, of Hotevilla, Arizona, and Myton, Utah,will be held on Friday, December 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Myton Cemetery. There will be a wake on Thursday after 4:00 p.m. at the Myton Community Building. Services...
Jason Chapoose
Funeral services for Jason Chapoose, age 37, of Roosevelt, will be held on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ft. Duchesne Community Building. A wake will be held after 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the same location. Burial in the Ft. Duchesne...
Aaron J Shiozaki
Funeral services for Aaron Justice Shiozaki age 31, of Vernal, the son of Tom Shiozaki and Gerie (Rod) Galley, will be conducted Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 12 Noon in the Glines 5th Ward Chapel. A viewing will be Saturday at 11 AM at the Church prior to service....
Ted Dean Priest
Funeral services for Ted Dean Priest, age 84 of Roosevelt, Utah, husband of the late Marilyn Priest, will be held Saturday December 9, 2023 at 1:00pm at the Central Park Ward LDS Chapel (32 South State, Roosevelt). Visitation for family and friends will be Friday from...
Ralph Scott McKINNON
Celebration of Life Visitation for Ralph Scott McKinnon, age 72, of Duchesne, husband of Ginger Seaver McKinnon, will be held on Wednesday from 11:00 - 12:45 at the Duchesne County Centennial Events Center. There will also be a visitation on Tuesday evening at...
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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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Traffic Stop Ends In DUI Arrest For Repeat Offender
An alcohol restricted driver was traveling in Naples on July 19th after 11pm when an officer noticed the taillight out...
Store Footage Shows Employee Stealing Over Several Months
A Duchesne County woman’s habit of stealing from her place of employment caught up to her this month. According to the...
Uintah County Message On Future Of Voting In Utah
Uintah County is getting the message out: It’s time to share your preference for future voting in Utah. “While voting...
Vernal City Issues Reminder Of Parade Safety
The 4th of July parade in Vernal was a fun success but did prompt conversation on social media about safety issues,...
South Carolina Sex Offender Newly Charged In Uintah County
A Sex Offender on the South Carolina registry is facing new charges in Uintah County. According to the Affidavit of...
Vernal Man Assaults Roommate Twice When Denied Ride
A Vernal man is behind bars after not one but two assaults on his roommate that included abuse to the roommate’s dog...
Team Mild Bunch Wins 2025 Outlaw’s Lost Treasure Hunt
It was another exciting year of team work, solving puzzles, and pulling all-nighters for teams hunting for Outlaw’s...
Uintah Basin Teen Is 2025 NHSRF World Champion In Light Rifle
A Uintah Basin teen has walked away from the 2025 National High School Finals Rodeo as a World Champion. “After two...
McCoy Flats Death Race Breaks Record; Winner Finishes 23 Rounds
The appropriately named McCoy Flats Death Race took place over the weekend and the winner set a new event record for...
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.
