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Two Arrested In Moffat County During Bonnie And Clyde Crime Spree
Responding to a call of a panhandler bothering multiple shoppers, a lieutenant with the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office helped put an end to a multi-state Bonnie and Clyde style crime spree this month. The lieutenant spoke with the woman and gave her a few dollars....
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Find all the accurate information you need about local news and events from one convenient, trustworthy source
Two Arrested In Moffat County During Bonnie And Clyde Crime Spree
Responding to a call of a panhandler bothering multiple shoppers, a lieutenant with the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office helped put an end to a multi-state Bonnie and Clyde style crime spree this month. The lieutenant spoke with the woman and gave her a few dollars....
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10th Circuit Judge Determines Split Estate Lands Not Indian Country
A federal judge has made a determination on a boundary issue regarding the Uintah and Ouray Reservation. 10th Circuit Judge Robert J. Shelby issued a Memorandum Decision and Order in the case of the Ute Indian Tribe versus the State of Utah that asked “whether the...
UDOT Construction Update On Indian Canyon
UDOT announced that construction in Indian Canyon is continuing to move forward with three major projects taking place this month. First, crews are rebuilding pipe crossings near Milepost 260-262. This work is expected to take approximately 2 to 3 weeks to complete. A...
Obituaries
Nicol (Nikki) Amber Sarrette
Mrs. Nicol (Nikki) Amber Sarrette, 48, of Starkville, Mississippi passed away on Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 at North Mississippi Medical Center – Tupelo following a six-month uphill battle with cancer. There will be a service held sometime in January. Memorial...
Scott Gudmundsen
A celebration of life for Scott Gudmundsen, age 71 of Vernal, will be held Saturday January 3, 2026 at 11:00am at the Maeser 4th Ward LDS Chapel, 2575 North 1500 West, Vernal, Utah.Arrangements under the direction of the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.
Kent R Peatross
Funeral services for Kent R Peatross, age 76, of the Strawberry River Valley, in Duchesne County, the husband of Susan Mitchell Peatross,will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Duchesne Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
George “Bill” Hunt
Graveside services for George "Bill" Hunt, age 83, of Vernal, Utah, husband of Vickie Mecham Hunt, will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Strawberry Cemetery. Military honors will be presented by the Army Honor Guard, the Duchesne American...
Dorothy Hicken
Funeral services for Dorothy Stevenson Kicken, age 90 of Roosevelt, will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Roosevelt East Stake Center. Viewings will be held on Sunday evening at the Hullinger Mortuary from 5:00 - 7:00 PM and Monday at the...
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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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Vernal City Utilities Crew Handles Monday Water Line Break
Students of Terra Academy got an early release on Monday afternoon thanks to a water line break that affected the area...
Jackson Labrum The Local Elks Lodge Hoop Shoot State Champ
Congratulations are in order for young Jackson Labrum, the 2026 Utah State Elks Hoop Shoot Champion and runner-up at...
NRCS Utah Water Supply Outlook
Natural Resources Conservation Service issued an updated Utah Water Supply Outlook Report on March 1st: Statewide,...
Oil And Gas Projects Approved In Duchesne And Uintah Counties
More oil and gas projects have been approved by the BLM in Duchesne and Uintah Counties. Berry Petroleum has been...
Silver Alert: Missing Woman’s Car Found Abandoned; Search Continues
The car of a missing Utah woman has been located in a remote area of Carbon County but there’s no sign yet of the...
Man Pleads Guilty In Case Of Wolf Torture In Wyoming
The Wyoming man behind a felony animal cruelty case involving a wolf has pleaded Guilty. 45-year-old Cody Roberts has...
DWR Says Duchesne River Project Is Positive Example Of Collaboration
A collaboration years in the making has had positive results, shares the Division of Wildlife Resources. DWR Assistant...
‘The Pen Is Mightier’ Exhibit Coming To Duchesne County
A special exhibit is opening tomorrow at the Duchesne Branch Library in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary...
Native American Students Receive Gift Through Book Drop Program
Native American students at Uintah High School enjoyed a special experience last week. Donated copies of “Firekeeper’s...
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.
