DWR Seeking Further Information About Possible Poaching
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources conducts numerous investigations concerning the illegal killing of wildlife and are asking Utah citizens throughout the region for help.
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Winter Driving Tips
Winter has reared its face in our direction and it is time to start shifting our mental driving habits to accommodate the conditions that winter likes to bring. A few tips to consider is to reduce speed on snowy road conditions. Make a concerted effort to avoid distractions like eating and using your cell phone.
Uintah County Commission: Maps For Voting Precincts And School Board Districts
After a series of meetings and gathering input, the Uintah County Commission approved maps for voting precincts and school board districts.
Solid Team Makes For Another Successful Year Of Sub For Seniors
While best described as a whirlwind, the Sub For Seniors effort had another successful year in spreading love to an often isolated portion of the population, the elderly. Between the Meals on Wheels participants and regulars to the Golden Age Center, a new record of 400 local senior citizens were this year's recipients.
Duchesne County Library System Ready For 2022
The Duchesne County Library System is ready for 2022 and is inviting the community to make the library a part of your new year.
Uintah County Moves Down On COVID-19 Transmission Index
The local COVID-19 Transmission Index has had another shift in the right direction. As of Thursday, December 30th, TriCounty Health Department reported 9,227 total COVID-19 cases in the tri-county area to date.
Watch For Avalanche Danger When In Backcountry
US Forest Service has a warning for all heading out to enjoy fresh powder in the backcountry.
Vernal City Welcoming New Faces To City Council
It’s a new year and there will be some new faces on the Vernal City Council. On Monday, a special meeting was held to swear in new city council member Corey Foley, returning council member Ted Munford, and returning Mayor Doug Hammond.
Omicron COVID Variant Likely To Strain Local Hospitals; Please Prevent Spread
While cases of COVID-19 have recently been on the decline, community members are asked to increase their precautions to prevent the spread of illness as the Omicron variant is spreading across the region.
Electronics Recycling Offered In Vernal And Roosevelt
Certified destruction of data on computers and devices is not easy to come by but a window of opportunity is now open.
Local Hospitals Announce New Years Babies
Every year local hospitals excitedly celebrate the first baby born in the new year by giving the family a special gift basket and making a public announcement.
DWR Wildlife Crossings And Fencing Reducing Vehicle/Wildlife Collisions
Vehicle/wildlife collisions are on the decline and the Division of Wildlife Resources credits the increase of wildlife crossings and fencing. Crossings and fencing on Highway 40 as well as culverts on Seep Ridge Road are among the over 60 wildlife crossings in the state that are helping that trend in the right direction.