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Major Delays Expected Today On Highway 40 East Of Craig, Colorado

Major Delays Expected Today On Highway 40 East Of Craig, Colorado

Aug 20, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A travel alert has been issued for Highway 40 east of Craig, Colorado as the wreckage of an accident is recovered and cleaned up. The Colorado Department of Transportation shared the following: Beginning at 9am on Tuesday, August 20th, crews will perform operations to remove commercial semi-truck wreckage from beside Highway 40 in Hayden Canyon. […]

Uintah School District Opening Institute Celebrates Testing Achievements

Uintah School District Opening Institute Celebrates Testing Achievements

Aug 20, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah School District held its Opening Institute on Friday and several schools were recognized for recent achievements. Uintah High School was recognized because last year’s freshman and sophomore classes scored above the state average in all assessed areas on the 2024 ACT Aspire assessment. This growth is especially worth noting as the same assessment […]

Dinah “SOAR” Days Festival Ready To Welcome Crowds This Weekend

Dinah “SOAR” Days Festival Ready To Welcome Crowds This Weekend

Aug 20, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time again for a favorite local event that also draws visitors from throughout the region and beyond. Dinah “SOAR” Days Hot Air Balloon Festival is happening August 23rd through the 25th and if you’ve been watching the sky you may have even enjoyed a preview of what is to come. Baby T-Rex and his […]

New School Year Reminders From Law Enforcement Agencies In Uintah County

New School Year Reminders From Law Enforcement Agencies In Uintah County

Aug 20, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s back to school day for most schools throughout the Uintah Basin and local law enforcement have some reminders for all. “Our officers will be actively patrolling school zones to ensure the safety of all students, parents, and staff,” shares Vernal Police. “The Vernal PD will enforce a zero-tolerance policy for speeding in school zones. […]

Maverick Semi Dumps 6000 Gallons Of Fuel After Crash

Maverick Semi Dumps 6000 Gallons Of Fuel After Crash

Aug 19, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A crash on Highway 6 could have ended much worse after a major fuel spill resulted from the collision. Fox 13 reported that sometime around 5pm on Sunday two semi-trucks crashed on Highway 6 about a mile west of Thistle, blocking all lanes. Highway 6 was closed in both directions for cleanup which was complicated […]

Temporary Closures After Brown Duck Basin Trails Washouts

Temporary Closures After Brown Duck Basin Trails Washouts

Aug 19, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A previous closure on the Ashley National Forest has been reinstated as heavy rains have created similar issues in the area in question. “The temporary closure order for the Brown Duck Basin Trail 062 and 062A due to washouts and ravines making them dangerous for use has been reissued,” shares forest officials. “The washouts occurred […]

Uintah Basin Healthcare Final 80th Anniversary Celebration Today

Uintah Basin Healthcare Final 80th Anniversary Celebration Today

Aug 19, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah Basin Healthcare’s 80th Anniversary parties wrap up today. On August 14th, 1944, Uintah Basin Healthcare opened their doors to serve the Uintah Basin. The celebrations kicked off on Wednesday in Roosevelt at Constitution Park. Around 1500 people attended the celebration, enjoying a meal and “splash bash” activities. Another huge crowd turned out on Saturday […]

Remembering Fallen Marine Sgt. Daniel Gurr

Remembering Fallen Marine Sgt. Daniel Gurr

Aug 19, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

This month marks 13 years since a local hero was killed in action. On August 5th, 2011, Sgt. Daniel Gurr was fatally shot while on patrol in Afghanistan as a member of the United States Marine Corp. Daniel graduated from Uintah High School in 2008 where he was well known for his enthusiasm and smile. […]

Man Arrested After Alleged Attempted Murder In Duchesne County

Man Arrested After Alleged Attempted Murder In Duchesne County

Aug 19, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A man was arrested in Duchesne County over the weekend after allegedly stabbing a man multiple times. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the stabbing victim called dispatch on August 16th at 5:17am and stated that he had been attacked without warning inside his trailer around 9pm on August 15th. He said he had […]