UFO Disclosure Symposium A Success
The UFO Disclosure Symposium was a great success over the weekend. The event started at the Blind Frog Ranch Outpost on Friday, kicking off with a special space balloon launch with retired Lt. Colonel Chris Lheto.
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AVEC and Uintah High Graduation
The Ashley Valley Education Center had a graduating class of 124 members this year but served many more students than that this year.
Duchesne Library “The Write Thing” This Saturday
The Duchesne County Library System Duchesne Branch is hosting events through the summer. On Saturday, June 4th, an author panel called "The Write Thing" will be at the library.
Eagle View Elementary Hosts Powwow Celebration
Eagle View Elementary finished the school year with a very special celebration. The staff, students, and community members held a mini powwow with the help of the Red Spirit Singers. The powwow included the Grand Entry, an Intertribal Dance, a Round Dance, and a Bear Dance. Uintah School District offered their thanks to all who came together to make the powwow possible.
Raffle For 8-Year-Old Vernal Boy After Playground Accident
A fun time on the playground took a terrible turn for an 8-year-old Vernal boy this spring and the community is rallying to help. A fall from a set of monkey bars in April caused the unimaginable for Treyson Johnson. He suffered 2 strokes and was life flighted to Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake where, 6 weeks later, he still remains.
Memorial Day Services In Vernal And Roosevelt
The community is invited to attend local Memorial Day Services. The American Legion in Vernal is hosting a Memorial Day presentation at the war memorials in front of the Uintah County building on Highway 40 on Monday at noon. All are welcome and encouraged to attend this special ceremony.
Meet The Candidate: John Laursen For Uintah County Commission Seat A
Evans Family Media is providing the opportunity to get educated ahead of the upcoming primary election through the Meet The Candidate Radio Series. John Laursen, who is running for Uintah County Commission Seat A, was the guest on the May 26th program.
Roosevelt City Police Welcome Furry New Team Member, K9 Kris
Roosevelt City has welcomed a furry new team member that is guaranteed to help keep the community safe. K9 Kris is the newest member of the Roosevelt Police Department and is partnered up with patrol officer Corporal Alex Thompson.
Duchesne County Library System Launches Summer Reading Programs
Summer break is upon us and local libraries are doing their part to keep children busy and learning.
Animal Shelters Are Full And Help Is Needed From The Community
The animal shelter has put the public on notice. The Uintah Animal Control and Shelter Special Service District announced on Thursday that they are full. This means if you’re needing to surrender a dog, they are unavailable to help until they can get some animals moved.
Controlled Tobacco Buy Ends In Search And Arrest Of Duchesne Store Owner
A Duchesne store owner was arrested after a controlled tobacco buy earlier this month. The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office shares that on May 17th, they were involved in a controlled tobacco buy operation in connection with Tri County Health. A controlled buy was made involving a minor who was selling vaping materials from the My Best Convenience store located at 87 East Main Street in Duchesne.
Florida Man Could Face Life In Prison For Kidnapping Roosevelt Teen
The man arrested for kidnapping a Roosevelt teen in March could face life in prison. The Cowboy State Daily, a Wyoming publication, reported on Tuesday that 25-year-old Christopher S. Evans was indicted by a federal grand jury last week for transporting a minor across state lines “with intent to commit sexual contact and commit sexual intrusion.”