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Big Changes To Federal Oil And Gas Leasing Procedures Announced
Tuesday was a significant day for energy development on Forest Service lands in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service finalized revisions to its regulation governing federal oil and gas resources on National Forest System lands. “We...
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Big Changes To Federal Oil And Gas Leasing Procedures Announced
Tuesday was a significant day for energy development on Forest Service lands in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service finalized revisions to its regulation governing federal oil and gas resources on National Forest System lands. “We...
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Local News
Vernal Oilers Win Second Consecutive National Championship
The Vernal Oilers are once again National Champions! The 2026 USPHL National Championships took place in Wayne, New Jersey over the last 5 days. The Oilers beat the Hawkesbury Knights on Wednesday, the West Chester Wolves on Thursday, and the Minnesota Squatch on...
Utah Energy United Awards Industry Leaders: SM Energy
The Utah Energy United initiative recognizes excellence in the energy industry and has announced the winners of the annual UPA Safety and Environmental Awards held this month. This year’s Community Champion Award went to SM Energy. The announcement shared that through...
Obituaries
Dale Giles
Funeral services for Dale Giles, age 73 of Tabiona, the husband of Lenna Young Giles, will be held at the Tabiona Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:00 noon. There will be a viewing at the church on Thursday...
Cory Edrington
Celebration of life for Cory Edrington, age 62 of Arcadia, will be held on Thursday , November 21, 2024, at 11:00-1:00 AM at The Grace Center in Roosevelt UT.
Mary Lee Longhair
Mary Lee Conetah Longhair, age 77, of Ft. Duchesne, passed away November 15, 2024, at the Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah. Funeral services for Mary Lee Conetah Longhair, age 77, of Ft. Duchesne, will be held on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m....
Jan Grover
Funeral services for Jan Grover, age 63 of Roosevelt, will be held at the Hullinger Mortuary on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and on Friday from 10-10:45 a.m. Burial will be in the Roosevelt Memorial Park. Services...
Marvin Solomon
Funeral services for Marvin Leroy Solomon, age 88, of Myton, Utah will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Myton Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A viewing will be at the church from 12:00 - 12:45 PM. Burial will be on...
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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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Duchesne County High Speed Chase Ends In Arrest And Long List Of Charges
A Duchesne County man is facing a long list of charges after a series of events that allegedly started with him...
Uintah School District Urging Families To Be Aware Of Measles Symptoms
With Utah and surrounding states seeing an increase in cases of measles, the Uintah School District has a message...
10,000 Holiday Visitors Enjoy Annual Holly Days Festival In Vernal
It is estimated that around 10,000 locals and holiday visitors joined in the annual Holly Days celebration in Downtown...
Daggett County Commission Reports On Another Remarkable Year
2025 was another remarkable year in Daggett County and the Daggett County Commission shared a report in this month’s...
Uintah County Drug Court Hosts ‘Friendsgiving’
The Uintah County Drug Court program recently hosted a successful ‘Friendsgiving’ event that welcomed participants,...
Burbot Bash 2026 Registration Open
It’s time to catch the ugliest fish in the west. Over $30,000 dollars in cash and prizes are up for grabs at the...
Magical Night At Trees For Charity Auction Gala
Giving hearts and generous bidding made for a magical evening at the 2025 Trees For Charity Auction Gala at the Uintah...
Local Man With History Of Assault Facing New Charges
A local man with a history of assault is facing new charges. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Carson...
Public Invited To Meeting With Speaker Schulz On Redistricting Map
Speaker Schulz of the Utah House of Representatives will be traveling to Vernal one week from today to address Uintah...
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
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