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Two Arrested On Drug Charges During Traffic Stop
A traffic stop in Roosevelt ended in arrest for two individuals after Methamphetamine was found, divided up for distribution. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a traffic stop was performed and the officer noticed the driver and passenger appeared...
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Two Arrested On Drug Charges During Traffic Stop
A traffic stop in Roosevelt ended in arrest for two individuals after Methamphetamine was found, divided up for distribution. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a traffic stop was performed and the officer noticed the driver and passenger appeared...
Duchesne County Constitution Party Caucus and Convention
07:00 PM
Local News
Slow Down: Investigators Determine Speeding Remains Leading Cause Of Crashes
It’s time everyone on the road take a deep breath and just slow down. Colorado State Patrol investigated over 500 fatal and injury crashes that involved a speeding driver and the problem goes beyond just Colorado. Speeding reduces reaction time; makes it harder to...
ARMC Named 2026 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital For 10th Consecutive Year
For the 10th consecutive year, Ashley Regional Medical Center has been recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “This milestone,” says Ashley Regional CEO Alan Olive, “reflects the dedication of our teams, the...
Obituaries
Spencer Braithwaite
Graveside services for Morgan Spencer Braithwaite, of Vernal, husband of Keri Houston, will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Myton City Cemetery. Services under the direction of the Hullinger Mortuary.
Catherine Walker
Funeral services for Catherine Walker, age 46 of Roosevelt, will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00 a. m. at the Roosevelt East Stake Center. Viewings will be held on Friday at the Hullinger Mortuary from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday at the church from...
Quincy UncaSam
Graveside services for Quincy UncaSam, age 43, formerly of Ft. Duchesne, will be held on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ft. Duchesne Cemetery.Services under the direction of the Hullinger Mortuary.
Martin Spencer Davis
Funeral Services for Spencer Davis, age 81 of Vernal, will be held Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11 am at the Uintah Stake Center (4080 S 2500 E) with a viewing held 9:45 - 10:45 am prior to service at the Chapel. Burial will be in the Vernal Memorial Park, under the...
Douglas Ray Gardiner
Funeral Services for Douglass Ray Gardiner, age 73, the husband of Teena Muse Gardiner of Vernal, will be held Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11 am at the Vernal Christian Church, with viewings held Wednesday, April 2nd from 6-8 PM at the Blackburn Mortuary and Thursday 1...
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Community Spotlight
The Ashley Valley Farmers Market is excited to announce that vendor registration is now open for the 2026 market season. Vendors can sign up online at vernalchamber.com or in person at the Home & Garden Show March 20–21. Early Bird registration is available for vendors who register and pay for seven or more markets, with discounted booth pricing available through May 1, 2026.
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Vernal Caretaker Charged in September 2025 Death of 3-Year-Old Child
Vernal PD made the following announcement on Tuesday: On September 4th, 2025, Vernal City Police officers responded to...
Ute Indian Tribe Announces Lawsuit Against Colorado Officials
The Ute Indian Tribe issued a news release on Monday announcing a lawsuit against Colorado officials for “denying the...
Amazing Totals For 2025 Trees For Charity
The numbers are in and they certainly prove that the Uintah Basin is the home of many generous and caring people that...
Rep. Kennedy Wildfire Bill Passes House
The Utah Wildfire Research Institute Act, sponsored by Representative Mike Kennedy and other Utah congressional...
Museum Of Uintah County To Kick Off America’s 250th Anniversary With Exhibit
An exhibit to celebrate a national milestone is coming to the Museum of Uintah County. “In celebration of the nation’s...
BLM Approves Permit To Drill Wells In Uintah County
The Bureau of Land Management announced on Monday the approval of a permit to drill wells in Uintah County. The Vernal...
Flaming Gorge Drowning Victim Identified
It’s a tragic ending after a man was reported missing last week after not returning from a trip to Flaming Gorge. KSL...
Ute Indian Tribe Adds Names To Federal Lawsuit Over Tabby Mountain Land
The Ute Indian Tribe has amended their complaint to sue several new defendants in a lawsuit over the sale of land on...
Evans Family Media Awards Final ‘Basin’s Best Teacher’
A final Basin’s Best Teacher was surprised last week by the Evans Family Media team. Tami Valora is a 5th grade...
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.
Public Affairs
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Local Sports
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