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Condolences Offered After Sudden Passing of Naples City Police Chief

Nov 1, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Condolences are being widely shared on social media after the sudden passing of the Naples City Police Chief. 47-year-old Andrew Cox passed away unexpectedly at his home in Uintah County on October 30th due to a fatal medical incident. The loss is widely felt among friends and family as well as in the law enforcement community where he served for over 20 years.

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Thousands Of Pheasants Released Ahead Of Hunts

Nov 1, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Northeastern Utah is among the areas of the state where pheasants are being released ahead of youth and general hunts. The statewide youth pheasant hunt started on Saturday and runs through November 4th. The general pheasant hunting season will run from November 6th to December 5th.

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Uintah FFA Has Excellent Showing At Nationals

Nov 1, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Uintah High School students shined at a national competition last week including a top 10 ranking in the nation. The Uintah FFA team traveled to Indianapolis for their national competition this last week with excellent results. Jimmy McGuire and Aysha Slaugh placed silver as individuals.

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Election Day Tomorrow November 2nd

Nov 1, 2021 · Basin Now · News

It’s the eve of Election Day and time to make your vote count. In person voting at the Uintah County building will take place on Election Day, November 2nd. Ballot drop boxes are available outside the Uintah County Library or Uintah County building.

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ACLU Shows No Sign Of Backing Off Daggett County In Jail Lawsuit

Oct 29, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Daggett County is ready to move on from the 2017 jail scandal but the American Civil Liberties Union has made it clear they have no intention of backing off their lawsuit that remains against the county. The former sheriff and four former deputies tied to the inmate abuse have gone through the court process on a variety of charges.

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Final Two Days For Haunt And UnHaunt To Benefit Local Charities

Oct 29, 2021 · Basin Now · News

It’s the final two days of the Hotel Vernal Haunt which means the effort to scare up donations for local charities is at its peak. Actually, for those that have no desire to be scared for a good cause, there are two final opportunities to visit the Haunt during the light of day for the Un-Haunt on Friday and Saturday from 3:30pm to 5pm.