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Bureau Of Reclamation Officially Announces Flaming Gorge Releases
The Bureau of Reclamation has officially announced plans to prop up Lake Powell through releases from Flaming Gorge Reservoir. The April 17th release states that in order to stabilize the system, Reclamation is moving quickly and initial plans include adding up to...
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Bureau Of Reclamation Officially Announces Flaming Gorge Releases
The Bureau of Reclamation has officially announced plans to prop up Lake Powell through releases from Flaming Gorge Reservoir. The April 17th release states that in order to stabilize the system, Reclamation is moving quickly and initial plans include adding up to...
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Local News
New E-Bike Law Takes Effect Today
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office is spreading the word: Utah’s new E-Bike law takes effect today, May 6th. Here’s what you need to know: All e-bike and e-scooter riders under 21 must wear CPSC-approved helmets and all e-motorcycle riders under 21 must wear...
DWR: Northeastern Utah Bird Watching Locations
Where will you be enjoying World Migratory Bird Day this Saturday, May 9th? The Division of Wildlife Resources has shared their recommended locations for those wanting to see a variety of birds during the annual migrations in northeastern Utah. Ouray National Wildlife...
Obituaries
Kaye Chalk
Funeral services for Kaye Chalk, age 70 of Vernal, will be held Thursday January 8, 2026 at 11:00AM at the Ashley Creek Ward LDS Chapel (4080 South 2500 East) . A viewing for family and friends will be held Thursday from 9:45am - 10:45am at the church. Internment will...
Eseta Maile
Funeral services for Eseta Mate Maile, age 69, of Roosevelt, the wife of Amoni Maile,will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Roosevelt Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (447 E Lagoon Street). There will be a viewing...
Rosemary Daniels Bigelow
Funeral Services for Rosemary Daniels Bigelow, age 88 of Vernal, will be conducted Saturday January 3, 2026 at 12 Noon at the Vernal 9th Ward Chapel 250 N 200 W. Viewings will be Friday 6-8 pm at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary and Saturday at the church 10:45-11:45....
LaJean Winn
Funeral services for LaJean Winn, age 90, of Randlett, will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Ballard Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A viewing will be held at the church that morning from 10:00 - 10:45 AM.Burial...
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...
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Community Spotlight
Free summer meals are being offered again through Athenian Academy. The program started last year and will continue with 3 weekly pickup sites in Uintah County. The Ballard site is at 353 South 2500 East in Ballard and will be on Wednesdays between 5 and 6pm. The Vernal area site on Highway 40 and UT-88 is on Wednesdays from 11am to noon and the Fort Duchesne site is at the Ute Indian Education Building on Thursdays from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Each weekly box includes produce, fruit, and meal items.
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Public Asked For Help Identifying Those Involved In Piping Vandalism
The public is asked to share any information they may have about vandalism that has taken place on the Central Canal...
UHS Student Council Recognized As National Gold Council Of Excellence
Uintah High School shared exciting news this month. Uintah High School’s Student Council has once again been...
BLM Authorizes Drilling Permits In Duchesne County
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has authorized drilling permits on oil wells in Duchesne County....
Man Arrested After Alarming Hotel Guests In Parking Lot
A man was arrested last week in Vernal after officers responded to calls in the early morning hours of a man with a...
Uintah County Republican Party Nominating Convention
Uintah County Republican PartyNominating ConventionApril 14, 2026Uintah Conference Center313 East 200 SouthVernal, UT...
Vandalism Discovered On Kids Canal Piping
Vernal City Police Department is actively investigating a case of vandalism on the new piping of Kids Canal in Uintah...
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...
UDOT Construction Update On Indian Canyon
UDOT announced that construction in Indian Canyon is continuing to move forward with three major projects taking place...
Joint Operation Focuses On Preventing Illegal Sales To Minors
A joint operation is focused on protecting youth while holding local businesses accountable. The Duchesne County...
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.
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