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Volunteers Needed For Field Of Flags

Volunteers Needed For Field Of Flags

Jun 23, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time again to celebrate our freedom and a favorite part of local celebrations is in need of volunteers. The Field of Flags displays over 700 American flags in the Walking Park on 500 North in Vernal each year over the Independence Day holiday. “Your volunteer efforts in helping to raise the flags high or […]

Colowyo Wildland Fire Contained

Colowyo Wildland Fire Contained

Jun 23, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

High winds, high temperatures, and extra dry conditions meant fire personnel responded in force and worked diligently to control a new wildfire called in at approximately 2:32pm on June 20th west of the Colowyo Mine guard shack in Moffat County. On Friday evening, the fire was estimated to be around 500 acres in size and […]

What Projects Did the National Guard Undertake At Vernal Regional Airport?

What Projects Did the National Guard Undertake At Vernal Regional Airport?

Jun 20, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Perhaps you’ve seen the pictures and heard the news that the local National Guard unit recently completed 2 weeks of projects at the Vernal Regional Airport but what exactly did they do? The training mobilized 50 guardsmen from the 116th EN Company of the 204th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade to complete projects on the airport’s infrastructure. […]

DWR: Youth Fishing Event This Saturday At Moon Lake Resort

DWR: Youth Fishing Event This Saturday At Moon Lake Resort

Jun 20, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

One of the joys of summer is the opportunity to make memories, especially at beautiful fishing holes. The Division of Wildlife Resources apparently agrees because they have teamed up with Moon Lake Resort to celebrate 100 years of operation at Moon Lake, located north of Mountain Home. “Join DWR staff to learn basic angling techniques […]

Preschool Moving Into New Central Cove Early Learning Center This Week

Preschool Moving Into New Central Cove Early Learning Center This Week

Jun 20, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The littlest learners in Uintah School District will be the first to be taught in the new Central Cove Early Learning Center opening for the 2025-2026 school year. Construction on the new preschool, located on the USU property on Vernal Main Street, is substantially complete and only minor finishing touches are left. The big move […]

Sterling Fire 100% Contained

Sterling Fire 100% Contained

Jun 20, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Sterling Fire has reached 100 percent containment. Ashley National Forest provided updates on the wildfire, announcing this week that the fire has been declared controlled and reached that 100 percent mark. “Fire resources will remain vigilant, patrolling the area to identify and address remaining hot spots and hazards,” shares the announcement. The lightning caused […]

Uintah School Board Public Hearing Scheduled For Proposed Judgement Levy

Uintah School Board Public Hearing Scheduled For Proposed Judgement Levy

Jun 20, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

A public hearing has been scheduled concerning a proposed judgment levy in Uintah School District to make up for a $390,482 dollar budget shortfall caused by a recent property tax appeal. “A large company in Uintah County successfully appealed the state’s tax assessment,” shares the District’s announcement. “As a result, the Uintah School District has […]

Altamont Man Arrested On Abuse Of A Child With A Disability

Altamont Man Arrested On Abuse Of A Child With A Disability

Jun 19, 2025 · Basin Now · News

An Altamont man was arrested last week after allegedly beating an Autistic 11-year-old boy. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Duchesne County deputies responded to a call but when they arrived at the Altamont address, the accused had left the residence and refused to return. Deputies were told that Simon Bosch was intoxicated and […]

Women With Methamphetamine Arrested Following Traffic Stop

Women With Methamphetamine Arrested Following Traffic Stop

Jun 19, 2025 · Basin Now · News

Two occupants of a vehicle traveling on Highway 40 in the Naples area were arrested last week after being pulled over on a traffic violation. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the driver identified herself as Taunilee Accuttoroop and the passenger as Tracy Hamilton. A K9 officer arrived on scene and K9 Murph gave […]

Rocky Mountain Power Message As Record Temperatures Heat Up

Rocky Mountain Power Message As Record Temperatures Heat Up

Jun 19, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The afternoon heat today is expected to break daily high temperature records across the state. Rocky Mountain Power issued a message about the increasing seasonal temperatures. “More electricity is used by our customers during the summer season than at any other time of the year,” said Curt Mansfield, Rocky Mountain Power senior vice president of […]

Daggett County Event Season Ramping Up

Daggett County Event Season Ramping Up

Jun 19, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Daggett County is well into their busy season with a full lineup of events. Today is the Daggett County Cow Country Junior Rodeo followed by Team Roping School this Friday and Saturday. The Flaming Gorge Ducks Unlimited Fishing Derby is also happening this Saturday and Sunday hosted by the Hub. There are cash prizes up […]

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