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Facebook Marketplace Gone Wrong; Vernal Man Faces Felony Charge
While keeping an eye out for a deal on Facebook Marketplace, it is wise to use safe practices as not all are honest about the items being sold. A recent case of local deception has resulted in a felony charge for a Vernal man. According to the Probable Cause...
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Find all the accurate information you need about local news and events from one convenient, trustworthy source
Facebook Marketplace Gone Wrong; Vernal Man Faces Felony Charge
While keeping an eye out for a deal on Facebook Marketplace, it is wise to use safe practices as not all are honest about the items being sold. A recent case of local deception has resulted in a felony charge for a Vernal man. According to the Probable Cause...
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Fort Duchesne Man Arrested For DUI With Kids In Vehicle
A Fort Duchesne man who is a repeat DUI offender was arrested for DUI in Uintah County last week. According to the Probable Cause Statement, on June 26, Gregory Checora drove into an automated car wash, failed to place the vehicle in neutral as directed, and drove...
Uintah County Traffic Stop For Speeding Reveals Counterfeit Documents
A traffic stop for speeding in Uintah County last week ended in arrest for the driver. According to the Probable Cause Statement, Jesus Salzar provided a Mexico-issued passport and Mexican driver’s license. Records showed outstanding warrants, revoked vehicle...
Obituaries
LeeRoy Danny Luna
A visitation for LeeRoy Danny Luna, age 74 of Vernal, the husband of Betty Luna, will be held Friday, March 21, 2024 from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm at the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home. Interment will take place at a later date.
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...
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Gov. Cox Vetoes Bill That Would Connect Buses In Rural Districts With Internet
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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.
