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Drugs Found During AP&P Compliance Check
A compliance check with AP&P in Duchesne County ended in arrest after drugs were found in the home. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a K-9 conducted a search of the residence and alerted to two areas which were searched. Two small bags positive for...
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Drugs Found During AP&P Compliance Check
A compliance check with AP&P in Duchesne County ended in arrest after drugs were found in the home. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a K-9 conducted a search of the residence and alerted to two areas which were searched. Two small bags positive for...
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Local News
Car Flees From Duchesne County Traffic Stop
A stop for an observed traffic violation on Highway 40 took a dangerous turn last week in Duchesne County. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the vehicle initially pulled over and the officer noticed the driver’s eyes were glossy and speech was slurred. He...
Man With Warrants Arrested At Duchesne City Gas Station
A man with known warrants was arrested at a gas station in Duchesne City last week. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an officer on patrol observed the black SUV known to be owned by Christopher Prieto who was wanted on at least 2 statewide warrants for an...
Obituaries
Lynn Benson
Funeral services for Lynn Goodrich Benson, age 89 of Roosevelt, will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Central Park Ward Chapel in Roosevelt (32 S. State Street). There will be a viewing at the church that morning from 10-10:45 a.m. Burial will...
Bret Lee Johnston
Like the unpredictability of a fish’s move, a river current, the break of a green, the steepness of a bunker, life is full of unpredictable and unexpected events. The ability to adapt and respond to challenges is essential in Fly fishing, Golf and LIFE. ...
Kirk Batty
Memorial services for Ivan Kirk Batty, age 30 the husband of Hannah Batty, will be held Saturday, March 22 at the Ashley 1st Ward Chapel (3040 North Vernal Ave.) A visitation for family and friends will be held Saturday morning from 9:00-10:45AM at the church....
Sharon Weyland
Funeral services for Sharon Weyland, age 79 of Vernal, will be on Saturday, March 15, 2025, with a viewing from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM at the Maeser Stake Center, 2745 W 1000 N, Vernal, UT. Followed by services at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at the Roosevelt Memorial...
Duane Perry
Funeral services for Duane Perry, age 78 of Myton, the husband of Lawella Abegglen P)erry, will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the Myton Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A viewing will be held that morning from...
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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. 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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Man Arrested In Duchesne County Charged With Murder
The man arrested during a search warrant issued in Duchesne County last month has been charged with murder. The South...
DWS Employment Update
Utah’s Department of Workforce Services has released updated employment numbers, reflecting data for November 2025. No...
Flaming Gorge Community Foundation Recognizes Donation For Sewer Hookups
A 501(c)(3) focused on improving life in the Flaming Gorge area has been grateful for recent support. The January...
Last Day For Comment On Wild Trail Project
Today is the final day to submit comments on the Environmental Assessment of the Wild Trail Project proposed by...
Uintah County Leaders Comment On IRRX Expansion
Local officials have also commented on the expansion of Integrated Rail and Resources, Inc. (IRRX) in Uintah County....
Probation Check In Duchesne Results In Drug Arrest
A probation check in Duchesne City resulted in arrest for new drug violations. According to the Affidavit of Probable...
Governor’s Office Awards IRRX Tax Reduction For Rail In Uintah County
Integrated Rail and Resources, Inc (IRRX) has been awarded a post-performance tax reduction by the Governor’s Office...
Duchesne County Search And Rescue Honored At Banquet
The amazing volunteers of Duchesne County Search and Rescue were honored last week at their annual banquet. “In 2025,...
DWR Authorizing Agreements With Landowners To Enhance Big Game/Turkeys
Private landowners can now enter into voluntary partnerships with the Division of Wildlife Resources as part of...
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
Local politics and public affairs affect all of us. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to stay up to to date with all the ongoing events. We’ll do the work for you to make sure you always have up-to-date and accurate information at your fingertips.
Local Sports
Stay up to date with the athletes in our community. We give updates from their games both at home and away so that you can stay in-the-know from the convenience of your computer or smartphone. News about local sports from each of the local highschool teams.
