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Rep. Curtis’ Colorado River Act Passes House

Rep. Curtis’ Colorado River Act Passes House

Dec 4, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The U.S. House of Representatives passed Representative John Curtis’ Colorado River Salinity Control Fix Act on Tuesday. “The Colorado River is the lifeblood of the West, and its health is crucial for our communities, our economy, and our environment,” shared Representative Curtis. “The Colorado River Salinity Control Fix Act builds on decades of collaborative efforts to reduce salinity levels, […]

Kids Night Out For Local Foster Kids Happening This Friday

Kids Night Out For Local Foster Kids Happening This Friday

Dec 4, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

This Friday is the next opportunity to donate time or resources to support foster kids in the Uintah Basin. There will be a Kids Night Out in Vernal on December 6th. Volunteers are invited to help with the activity and make it a fun experience for local kids in foster care. Text 801-512-4661 to get […]

Disposal Plant Fire In Uintah County

Disposal Plant Fire In Uintah County

Dec 4, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A disposal plant near 12 Mile Wash Road in Uintah County caught fire around noon on Tuesday. The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office reported some details on what happened. “A tanker was offloading condensate into a tank at a disposal location when the tank overflowed and hit an ignition source,” shares the Sheriff’s Office. “A flash […]

Pair Arrested After Traffic Stop In Duchesne City

Pair Arrested After Traffic Stop In Duchesne City

Dec 3, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A driver and her passenger were both arrested after being stopped by law enforcement in Duchesne City on Friday. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, driver Carol Jensen and passenger Blake William Hammer each had warrants out for their arrest. Jensen was also found to have a suspended driver’s license and no insurance on […]

Giving Hearts On Full Display At Trees For Charity Auction Gala

Giving Hearts On Full Display At Trees For Charity Auction Gala

Dec 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Giving hearts and open pocketbooks made for a successful evening at this year’s Trees For Charity Auction Gala at the Uintah Conference Center on Monday night. The night total reached an awe inspiring $406,850 dollars for the 40 auctioned trees. This is the third year in a row the night total exceeded the $400,000 mark. […]

Local Holiday Lights

Local Holiday Lights

Dec 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Social media has its downsides but there’s no denying how useful it has proven in unexpected situations. For example, for those excited to view Christmas lights around town, social media is a place to find suggested routes and recommendations. The Vernal Holiday Lights page on Facebook has a growing list of addresses to see in […]

World Atlas Includes Vernal On List of Affordable Destinations On A Budget

World Atlas Includes Vernal On List of Affordable Destinations On A Budget

Dec 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Vernal made a unique list this week shared by a popular publication. WorldAtlas named Vernal among the ‘7 Affordable Destinations In Utah For Budget Travelers’. Other cities on the list include Logan, Cedar City, Brigham City, Moab, Price, and Richfield. The tribute to Vernal of course brings up Dinosaur National Monument, the museum, and Red […]

Meth Use In Smith’s Parking Lot Results In Arrest

Meth Use In Smith’s Parking Lot Results In Arrest

Dec 3, 2024 · Basin Now · News

Law enforcement responded to a call to the Smith’s parking lot in Vernal the day before Thanksgiving after a report of what appeared to be 2 individuals consuming illegal drugs while sitting in a vehicle. When the officer arrived, the reported vehicle was found unoccupied but a male and female soon returned. According to the […]

Utah Avalanche Center Reports Moderate Avalanche Danger In Uintas

Utah Avalanche Center Reports Moderate Avalanche Danger In Uintas

Dec 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Thanksgiving saw several human-triggered avalanches in Utah’s backcountry, including within the Uintas. According to the Utah Avalanche Center, weak snow near the ground is the main cause with a picture from a remotely triggered avalanche in the Uintas showing a lot of grey ash from the Yellow Lake Fire. Craig Gordon with the Utah Avalanche […]

Commissioner Irene Hansen Approaching Retirement

Commissioner Irene Hansen Approaching Retirement

Dec 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A public servant in Duchesne County is approaching retirement and Evans Family Media is among those wishing to thank her for many years of dedicated service. Irene Hansen will finish up her term as Duchesne County Commissioner this month after choosing not to seek reelection. Hansen came to the job well prepared having served as […]