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Duchesne County Commission Sends Message To Congress On Permitting Reform
The Duchesne County Commission is sending a message to Congress on the need for permitting reform as they announce their endorsement of the SPEED Act and any similar permitting reform legislation. The SPEED Act stands for Standardizing Permitting and Expediting...
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Duchesne County Commission Sends Message To Congress On Permitting Reform
The Duchesne County Commission is sending a message to Congress on the need for permitting reform as they announce their endorsement of the SPEED Act and any similar permitting reform legislation. The SPEED Act stands for Standardizing Permitting and Expediting...
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Colorado River Authority Of Utah Provides Update
The Colorado River Authority of Utah has an update on the intense decisions being made involving Flaming Gorge and how legal negotiations are going with Colorado River planning. “Flaming Gorge supports communities, recreation, and ecosystems across northeastern Utah,”...
Firefighter Burned In East Ute Plaza Fire Now Recovering At Home
The firefighter injured in the East Ute Plaza Fire on March 17th recently gave an interview on the terrifying experience. The fire spread quickly near the Ute Plaza in Fort Duchesne, closing Highway 40 due to low visibility and ultimately burning 20 acres. The fire...
Obituaries
Beatrice “Peaches” Checora
Funeral services for Beatrice "Peaches" Checora, age 43 of Fort Duchesne, will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Alanna Checora's home in Ft. Duchesne. There will be a wake at her home starting on Sunday, after 4:00 p.m.Burial will be in the Ft....
Brandy Gardner
Funeral services for Brandy Gardner, age 37, of Ft. Duchesne, will be held on Saturday, March 28th at 10:00 AM at Gilbert Gardner's Home on the Whiterocks Road.A wake will be held at the same location on Friday after 4:00 PM. Burial will be in the John Harmes...
Mahalia Checora
Funeral services for Mahalia Checora, age 32 of Roosevelt, will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Ft. Duchesne Community Building. A wake will be held after 4:00 PM on Wednesday at the same location. Burial will be in the Ft. Duchesne Cemetery....
Jay Accuttoroop
Funeral services for Jay Accuttoroop, agge 53 of Randlett, will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Hullinger Mortuary.Following services he will be cremated.
Lynaun Jeanine Mortenson
Funeral services for Lynaun Jeanine Stone Mortensen, age 52, wife of Valton Mortensen, will be held Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am at the Maeser 3rd LDS Ward Chapel. Visitation for family and friends will be Friday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm at the Phillips Ashley...
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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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Meet The Candidate: Annette McRae for Utah Senate District 20
Annette McRae recently visited the Evans Family Media studios for an interview as part of the Meet The Candidates...
Meet The Candidate: Incumbent Ron Winterton For Utah Senate District 20
Ron Winterton recently visited the Evans Family Media studios for an interview as part of the Meet The Candidates...
DWR: Ways To Celebrate Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day and the Division of Wildlife Resources has suggestions on ways all can celebrate. Among the...
Burglary In Duchesne County; Public’s Help Requested
The public’s help is requested following a burglary and theft in Duchesne County over the weekend. The Duchesne County...
2 Week Road Closure Announced For State Street In Roosevelt
A closure has been announced for State Street in Roosevelt. “State Street will be closed from 300 North to 500 North,”...
Del Dickson Uintah High Distinguished Alumni 2026
The Uintah School District has announced the 2026 Distinguished Alumni for Uintah High School. Del Dickson graduated...
Small Town Comeback Episodes Nominated For People’s Telly Awards
A documentary series focused on the revitalization of the Vernal area is getting some well deserved attention. Small...
BLM Authorizes Well Pad Development For Scout Energy Management
The BLM Vernal Field Office has issued an Environmental Assessment and Decision Record approving three Applications...
Bureau Of Reclamation Officially Announces Flaming Gorge Releases
The Bureau of Reclamation has officially announced plans to prop up Lake Powell through releases from Flaming Gorge...
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.
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