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Old Testament Tabernacle Tour In Roosevelt Draws Thousands

Old Testament Tabernacle Tour In Roosevelt Draws Thousands

May 22, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

A unique experience offered in Roosevelt last week was a success that attracted largecrowds. The Tabernacle experience is a touring life size replica of the Tabernacle in theOld Testament that has been traveling around Utah. It was set up in Roosevelt with freetours held over 4 days with the help of volunteers, mostly teenage members […]

Flaming Gorge Reduced Kokanee Catch Rates

Flaming Gorge Reduced Kokanee Catch Rates

May 22, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

If catching loads of kokanee salmon on Flaming Gorge is something you’re lookingforward to this year you may need to lower your expectations. Wyoming Game &Fish Department announced last week that anglers fishing at Flaming GorgeReservoir should expect reduced kokanee salmon catch rates in 2023 compared toprevious years. Estimates from 2016 to 2019 were nearly […]

Another Great Year For Cubs & Cops Dodgeball At Maeser Elementary

Another Great Year For Cubs & Cops Dodgeball At Maeser Elementary

May 22, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

When there is fun to be had Maeser Elementary students are often right in the middle ofit. A great example of this is the school’s annual Cubs & Cops Dodgeball game duringwhich the 5th graders play dodgeball against local law enforcement. This year’s eventwas recently held and the 5th grade classes played against officers from […]

Duchesne County Rodeo Royalty Crowned

Duchesne County Rodeo Royalty Crowned

May 22, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Big hats, boots, and bling were in abundance on Saturday at the DuchesneCentennial Events Center. A wonderful group of young ladies competed forDuchesne County Rodeo Royalty for this coming rodeo season. The Princess andQueen Divisions were highly competitive and included speeches and modeling.After a great competition it was announced that Harlee Roll is the 2023 […]

Green River Flooding 10-Day Forecast Predicts Critical Levels By Thursday

Green River Flooding 10-Day Forecast Predicts Critical Levels By Thursday

May 22, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

A Flood Advisory remains in effect for the Green River in Uintah County near Jensen. Asof Saturday, May 20th, at 2:30pm, the stage was at 9.5 feet which the National WeatherService announcement categorized as minor lowland flooding impacting agriculturalland, irrigation, and outbuildings near the river. The forecast stated that the river willremain above bankfull with […]

Expect Late Year For Access to Ashley National Forest Road

Expect Late Year For Access to Ashley National Forest Road

May 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Once again, officials are letting the public know that roads to favorite areas of Ashley National Forest are nowhere near ready for visitors as snow is still hanging on. In fact, during late years the roads haven’t opened until July and this year will be pushing the later rather than the earlier openings. As of […]

Ashley Regional CEO Provides Update To Local Chamber Of Commerce

Ashley Regional CEO Provides Update To Local Chamber Of Commerce

May 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Several representatives with Ashley Regional Medical Center attended the most recent Vernal Chamber luncheon, providing an update on the organization. Ashley Regional CEO Wes Taylor shared plenty of trivia and an update on how things are going at the local medical establishment. Ashley Regional has provided nearly $6.5 million dollars in charity and uncompensated care […]

FIRESHEDS Act To Improve Wildlife Prevention Efforts

FIRESHEDS Act To Improve Wildlife Prevention Efforts

May 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

Congressman Blake Moore was among the leaders that reintroduced Congress to the FIRESHEDS Act on Thursday which would allow for the establishment of fireshed management areas. “Over a billion acres of land in the U.S.—including nearly one-third of Forest Service lands—face the escalating threat of wildfires,” shares Congressman Blake Moore. “Even with this year’s snowpack, […]

DWR Recommends Fishing Hotspots For Memorial Day Weekend

DWR Recommends Fishing Hotspots For Memorial Day Weekend

May 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Division of Wildlife Resources has shared recommendations of fishing hotspots for Memorial Day weekend across the state and unique northeastern spots dominated the list. Recommendations included the secluded Long Park Reservoir in Daggett County which offers “fast fishing from shore or from a small watercraft, and anglers can expect high catch rates.” Starvation Reservoir […]

Bear Sighting Near Union High School

Bear Sighting Near Union High School

May 19, 2023 · Kristin Forbis · News

There was a little end of the school year excitement in Roosevelt on Thursday morning. Union High School administration informed parents and guardians through email that a bear had been spotted crossing 1500 East headed into Ballard. All were told that the DNR was investigating and would take care of the bear. The public was […]

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