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New Jarvie Contact Station Grand Opening At Jarvie Fest This Weekend

New Jarvie Contact Station Grand Opening At Jarvie Fest This Weekend

May 29, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A festival to celebrate the homesteading spirit and turn-of-the-century frontier life inBrown’s Park is happening this weekend and it will include the grand opening of a newcontact station for the historic venue. The John Jarvie Historic Ranch was settled in the19th century and continues to transport visitors to the past with stories of outlaws and […]

DWR: What To Do If You Encounter A Mountain Lion

DWR: What To Do If You Encounter A Mountain Lion

May 29, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The cougar population has been growing steadily in Utah and the Division of WildlifeResources has some tips to stay safe. Do not hike or jog alone. Maintain awareness incougar country while hiking or jogging and avoid using headphones that block out yoursurroundings. Travel in groups and keep everyone together, including children and dogs.Make noise while […]

Duchesne County Sheriff Asks Public For Help In Case Of Stolen ATV

Duchesne County Sheriff Asks Public For Help In Case Of Stolen ATV

May 29, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Tips, including anonymous tips, are sought in a theft case in the region. The DuchesneCounty Sheriff’s Office made a public request on Tuesday asking for any informationregarding a missing ATV. “On May 24th, deputies were notified of a stolen ATV, aYamaha 660 Raptor,” shares the announcement. “Sometime during this last winter in thePinion Ridge area, […]

Dead Puppies Result In Moffat County Animal Cruelty Investigation

Dead Puppies Result In Moffat County Animal Cruelty Investigation

May 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Dead puppies found in Moffat County are being investigated as a case of animal cruelty and tips from the public are invited. Moffat County Sheriff’s Office shared that a deputy discovered a dead puppy near the intersection of Moffat County Road 22 and 24 and upon further inspection, additional puppies were found, three having been […]

Meet The Candidate: Tom Hansen For Utah House District 67

Meet The Candidate: Tom Hansen For Utah House District 67

May 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Tom Hansen, the endorsed Republican Convention nominee for Utah House District 67, recently gave an interview with Evans Family Media and the interview is available to listen to. Hansen was a Convention only candidate and is running against incumbent Christine Watkins. Hansen is a teacher of 29 years, a small business owner, Emery County Republican Chair, […]

DWR: Free Fishing Day Coming Up

DWR: Free Fishing Day Coming Up

May 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A special opportunity to make memories and try something new comes with the right price tag. The DWR has announced that Free Fishing Day, which allows anyone to fish at any public waterbody in Utah without a license, will be Saturday, June 8th. Every summer, this event offers an easy way to get outdoors and […]

Cutting Down Trees To Create Structures Prohibited On Forest

Cutting Down Trees To Create Structures Prohibited On Forest

May 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

For many, the launch of summer is synonymous with getting out into nature and enjoying time on the mountain. Ashley National Forest welcomes visitors but has issued a firm reminder that all need to be respectful of the natural resources and the opportunities they provide. “We encourage visitors to travel responsibly, respect the rights of […]

‘Let’s Go – A John Wesley Powell Story’ Preparing For Debut

‘Let’s Go – A John Wesley Powell Story’ Preparing For Debut

May 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A stage production will soon join the list of ways that locals celebrate a miraculous and daring adventure that is part of regional history. “155 years ago John Wesley Powell and nine companions pushed off from Expedition Island in Green River, Wyoming. Three months later six men worn down to near death emerged out of […]

Ute Indian Tribe Unveils Willow Creek Microgrid Project

Ute Indian Tribe Unveils Willow Creek Microgrid Project

May 28, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Ute Indian Tribe has unveiled the Willow Creek Microgrid project. According to a press release from the Ute Indian Tribe, the project features a state-of-the-art solar array integrated with a Battery Energy Storage System. “This advanced setup maximizes solar energy’s potential by efficiently harnessing sunlight and storing excess power in high-tech batteries for later […]

Man Brought In On Extraditable Warrant From New Mexico Resists Arrest

Man Brought In On Extraditable Warrant From New Mexico Resists Arrest

May 24, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A man wanted on an extraditable warrant was arrested in Uintah County last weekend but he didn’t make it easy on the officers. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 23-year-old Martin Sanchez Calderon had an active and extraditable warrant from New Mexico and during the arrest he actively resisted and repeatedly kneed one of […]

Referendum Application Submitted To Repeal Sales Tax Increase

Referendum Application Submitted To Repeal Sales Tax Increase

May 24, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah County Clerk Auditor has confirmed that his office received a Referendum application on Thursday regarding the 0.3% Sales and Use Tax increase for public safety approved by the Uintah County Commissioners on Tuesday. The Utah State Legislature approved the implementation of the tax in the last legislative session to allow Counties to collect 0.3% […]

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