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DWR: New Rules For Those Who Buy And Sell Shed Antlers

DWR: New Rules For Those Who Buy And Sell Shed Antlers

Sep 16, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Did you know there are new requirements for anyone who plans to commercially buy and then sell shed antlers in Utah? The Utah Wildlife Board approved a new law in May that went into effect on July 1st designating that legally obtained shed antlers and horns may be purchased or sold at any time in […]

Elizabeth Ridge Fire Burning West Of Fish Lake

Elizabeth Ridge Fire Burning West Of Fish Lake

Sep 16, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A wildfire burning west of Fish Lake in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest was called in on Saturday at about 11:30am. The Elizabeth Ridge Fire was initially reported as under 10 acres and moving east. Initial resources on the scene included 16 county engines, 2 Forest Service engines, 3 helicopters, and two 20-person crews. North Slope […]

Moon Lake Electric Breaks Ground On Pole Line 138kV Line

Moon Lake Electric Breaks Ground On Pole Line 138kV Line

Sep 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Moon Lake Electric is getting to work on a major upgrade. On Wednesday, the rural electric cooperative held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new Pole Line 138kV line. “This historic line will almost double our power capacity for our service territory, paving the way for reliable electricity now and in years to come,” shares the […]

Vernal Downtown Project Awarded Competitive Grant

Vernal Downtown Project Awarded Competitive Grant

Sep 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A downtown Vernal project has been selected as one of only a few winners of a highly competitive grant. “The downtown Vernal revitalization efforts received a boost from a T-Mobile Hometown grant,” shares Vernal City Manager Quinn Bennion. “Vernal City was awarded a grant of $45,000 dollars for the construction of a dinosaur inspired shade […]

Uintah County Republican Party Hosting Commissioner Debate

Uintah County Republican Party Hosting Commissioner Debate

Sep 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

If you’re looking for a chance to hear directly from the Uintah County Commission candidates, look no further. The Uintah County Republican Party is hosting a debate on Tuesday evening. There will first be a debate between Republican candidate Cole Kelley and unaffiliated candidate Jason Allen for the Utah State Board of Education District 12 election. This will be […]

Rangely District Hospital: September Is Suicide Prevention And Awareness Month

Rangely District Hospital: September Is Suicide Prevention And Awareness Month

Sep 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

September is Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month and Rangely District Hospital has joined forces with mental health professionals nationwide to raise awareness about suicide and encourage education that could prevent future tragedies. “Suicide is a public health crisis that affects people from all walks of life,” says Rangely District Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions Elizabeth Wiley. […]

Emergency Area Closure For Public Lands In Rio Blanco County Due To Fire

Emergency Area Closure For Public Lands In Rio Blanco County Due To Fire

Sep 13, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A wildfire in Colorado’s Rio Blanco County has led to the Department of the Interior declaring an Emergency Area Closure on public lands in the affected area. The announcement states, “In order to protect persons, property, and public lands and resources the following public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management are closed to […]

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