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Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Safety Tips

Oct 21, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Halloween activities are in full swing and while there is plenty of fun to be had, be sure to make safety the top priority. The Duchesne Volunteer Fire Department has shared the following tips for a safe Halloween: Use glow sticks or battery-operated candles for jack-o’-lanterns and other Halloween decorations. When choosing costumes, stay away […]

Candidates Present at Vernal Chamber Luncheon

Candidates Present at Vernal Chamber Luncheon

Oct 21, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Vernal Area Chamber invited local candidates to their weekly luncheon on Tuesday.  The uncontested candidates for school board that attended were incumbents Dave Chivers, Denise Maynard, and Robin McClellan. The uncontested Uintah County candidates in attendance were incumbents County Attorney Jaymon Thomas and Clerk Auditor Michael Wilkins. The County Commissioner Seat B race is […]

Ute Indian Tribe Awarded Federal Grant For Broadband System Buildout

Ute Indian Tribe Awarded Federal Grant For Broadband System Buildout

Oct 20, 2022 · Basin Now · News

The Ute Indian Tribe will soon receive major upgrades to internet and telecommunications services for its membership. The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has awarded the tribe over $15.8 million dollars in grant funds to help fund the development of a Tribally-owned broadband system. This will connect 590 unserved Tribal member households […]

Uintah School District Breaks Ground On Uintah High Ag Sciences Building

Uintah School District Breaks Ground On Uintah High Ag Sciences Building

Oct 20, 2022 · Basin Now · News

Agriculture sciences has a bright future in Uintah School District. Student leaders of the Uintah FFA Chapter joined representatives from the Uintah School Board, the District Office, Uintah High School, BHI and VCBO Architecture for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the new Uintah High School Ag Sciences building on Wednesday. “This new, purpose-built space will provide […]

‘Flippin The Script On Autism’ Fundraiser Live Today At Pinball Expo

‘Flippin The Script On Autism’ Fundraiser Live Today At Pinball Expo

Oct 20, 2022 · Basin Now · News

Today is the big day! Pinball enthusiasts from around the world will tune in during a live stream fundraiser all to benefit kids in the Uintah Basin. The ‘Flippin The Script On Autism’ fundraiser is raising money for Learning Solutions, the Vernal based organization that provides early intervention Autism therapy for kids and teens. The […]

Dark Sky for the Orionids Meteor Shower at Dinosaur National Monument

Dark Sky for the Orionids Meteor Shower at Dinosaur National Monument

Oct 20, 2022 · Basin Now · News

Dinosaur National Monument is inviting the public to check out the Orionids meteor shower. The Monument is the perfect place with a dark sky designation to watch the shower. The meteor shower peaks on the night of October 20th until the early morning hours of the 21st around 6am. The moon does rise at 2:30am […]

TriCounty Health Hosting Non-Public Drinking Water System Online Class

TriCounty Health Hosting Non-Public Drinking Water System Online Class

Oct 20, 2022 · Basin Now · News

TriCounty Health Department is holding an online class today on the topic of non-public drinking water systems. What’s that? David Koons from TriCounty Health explains that some systems provide water for smaller groups or single homes. The class will provide thorough information on protection zones. “You don’t want to pollute any area around your well,” […]

Come Play Clue While Experiencing ‘Clue The Musical’ Opening Friday

Come Play Clue While Experiencing ‘Clue The Musical’ Opening Friday

Oct 20, 2022 · Basin Now · News

6 suspects. 6 weapons. 6 rooms. ‘Clue The Musical’, opening tomorrow at Vernal Theatre: Live, is a truly unique experience for all ages. It stays true to its board game roots, even allowing members of the audience to draw the cards to determine the killer, what weapon they use, and in what room the murder […]

Uintah Alum Helps Teammates Attacked By Grizzly Bear In Wyoming

Uintah Alum Helps Teammates Attacked By Grizzly Bear In Wyoming

Oct 19, 2022 · Basin Now · News

A Uintah High alum and former Ute wrestler did what he could to help his teammates who were attacked by a grizzly bear on Saturday near Cody, Wyoming. August Harrison of Vernal was shed hunting with three of his Northwest College wrestling teammates on October 15th when he and one teammate went one direction and […]

Look For Ballots In The Mail In Uintah County

Look For Ballots In The Mail In Uintah County

Oct 19, 2022 · Basin Now · News

The general election is taking place on Tuesday, November 8th. Uintah County Clerk/Auditor Mike Wilkins reported on Monday that ballots are in the mail in Uintah County. Anyone with questions about the security of mailing your ballot is encouraged to reach out to the Clerk/Auditor’s Office or stop by. Wilkins explains that everything is in […]

Direct Link With Governor Cox Explores Rail In Utah

Direct Link With Governor Cox Explores Rail In Utah

Oct 19, 2022 · Basin Now · News

Rail became the focus of the ‘Direct Link With Governor Cox’ program held last week while he was in southern Utah. Duchesne County Commissioner Greg Miles asked the Governor what he considers the biggest transportation issue on the horizon. Governor Cox’s answer focused on the importance of infrastructure, specifically the importance of rail transport. The […]

FBI: Suspected Bank Robber Arrested

FBI: Suspected Bank Robber Arrested

Oct 19, 2022 · Basin Now · News

A suspected serial bank robber wanted for robberies in Utah was arrested on Monday in Colorado. The FBI Salt Lake City Field Office announced on Tuesday that the FBI, assisted by the Greenwood Village Police Department, arrested 24-year-old Markee Denzel Hagans of Utah after he was found sitting inside a vehicle in a hotel parking […]