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Roosevelt Nature Park Clean Up
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Davis Hollow Fire Prompts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions On Ashley National Forest
Ashley National Forest has announced that Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will go into effect on Friday after experiencing two wildfires in just five days. Fire crews responded to the Hicks Park Fire on August 1st and the Davis Hollow Fire on August 5th. The Hicks Fork Fire...
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Davis Hollow Fire Prompts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions On Ashley National Forest
Ashley National Forest has announced that Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will go into effect on Friday after experiencing two wildfires in just five days. Fire crews responded to the Hicks Park Fire on August 1st and the Davis Hollow Fire on August 5th. The Hicks Fork Fire...
Roosevelt Nature Park Clean Up
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Local News
Man Charged After Brandishing And Discharging Firearm
Brandishing and discharging a firearm had consequences for an individual on Saturday in Uintah County. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers were dispatched to a residence after a caller claimed he had been shot at while entering a home to retrieve a...
‘Heart Of The Basin’ Warming Center In Vernal Needs Volunteers To Stay Open
The Heart of the Basin Warming Center in Vernal is keeping those who would be sleeping in the cold safe and warm one night at a time but more volunteers are needed to continue this important effort. “Heart of the Basin is currently struggling to fill overnight and...
Obituaries
Leslee Caron Welte
She was preceded in death by her mother, Donna; and her dog Missy.She has chosen to be cremated. A memorial service will be held on June 15, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at the Roy Park in Duchesne City. “You’re finally at PEACE. Fly with the angels – You’re Free!”
CoreyWade Murray
Funeral services for Corey Wade Murray will be held Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at the Blackburn and Sons Vernal Mortuary at 11 with a viewing one hour prior to service. Burial will be at the Jensen Cemetery. Services entrusted by Blackburn and Sons Vernal Mortuary and Cremation Care.
Richard Jenks
Richard Jenks, Sr., age 83, of Ft. Duchesne, passed away June 13, 2019, at his home.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at his home where the wake will also be. The address is 2750 South 7500 East Ft. Duchesne, UT.
Burial will be in the Randlett Cemetery.
Joyce LeAnn Colorow
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at the Whiterocks Community Building. There will be a wake at Letitia’s home after 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.Burial will be in the John Harmes Cemetery in Whiterocks.
Peggy Goodrich
Funeral services for Peggy Goodrich 87 of Vernal, will be held Monday, June 17, 2019 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Naples Chapel at 11AM. Viewings will be held Sunday from 6-8 PM at the Mortuary and Monday 9:45-10:45 AM at the church. Burial will be at the Vernal Memorial Park.Services entrusted by Blackburn and Sons Vernal Mortuary and Cremation Care.
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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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Uintah County Citizen Charged With A Felony For Keeping Rental Car
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Trio Petroleum Update On Asphalt Ridge Project In Uintah County
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Utah Division of Water Resources Says Stretching Water Supply Critical This Year
The Utah Division of Water Resources is driving home their message that all must stretch the water supply by sharing a...
Utah Wildlife Board Seeking Applicants; Northeastern Region Position Opening
The Utah Wildlife Board is seeking applicants for the Northeastern Region board member position that will be open...
Uintah Basin Association Of Governments Community Needs Survey
The Uintah Basin Association of Governments wants to hear your voice. They are conducting a Community Needs...
Senator Curtis Secures Commitments From EPA Nominees On Uinta Basin
The Uinta Basin’s unique geography that greatly complicates air quality issues was once again a topic during a Senate...
Vernal Among Stops For Utah’s First Air Taxi Demonstrations
Vernal is among 6 stops in the state next week where demonstrations of the “future of aviation” are happening....
Roosevelt City Gives Update On Rough Rider Shooting Complex
Phase 1 of a much anticipated project in Roosevelt is wrapping up this spring and excitement is growing. The Rough...
DWR Hosting Mountain Goat Viewing Event Near Upper Stillwater Dam
Around 1,500 mountain goats call Utah home and one of the largest herds is located in northeastern Utah. Mountain...
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
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Local Sports
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