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Repeat DUI Offender Arrested In Fort Duchesne
A man with a prior DUI was arrested earlier this month in Fort Duchesne on DUI. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an officer was driving when a vehicle allegedly rapidly approached from behind and began to pass the officer in the center turn lane before...
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Repeat DUI Offender Arrested In Fort Duchesne
A man with a prior DUI was arrested earlier this month in Fort Duchesne on DUI. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an officer was driving when a vehicle allegedly rapidly approached from behind and began to pass the officer in the center turn lane before...
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Local News
Vernal City Photo Contest
Whether it's one of the local community events or an adventure outdoors, there are endless photo opportunities in the Uintah Basin and Vernal City wants locals to share what is hiding in their camera rolls. “We’re inviting our community to help capture what makes...
Drugs Found During AP&P Compliance Check
A compliance check with AP&P in Duchesne County ended in arrest after drugs were found in the home. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a K-9 conducted a search of the residence and alerted to two areas which were searched. Two small bags positive for...
Obituaries
Taygen Nye
Funeral services for Taygen Nye, age 17 of Myton, the son of Tawnya and Frank Fowler, will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the Myton Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Viewings will be held at the Hullinger Mortuary on Friday evening...
Edward “Bo” Sherman
A viewing for Edward "Bo" Sherman, age 77 of Roosevelt, will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 10:30-12:00 noon at the Hullinger Mortuary. A private graveside service will be at the Roosevelt Memorial Park with military honors. Services under the direction of...
Sherry Karren Hatch
Funeral Services for Sherry Karren Hatch, age 86 of Vernal, the wife of Red Hatch, will be held Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 11 AM at the Naples LDS Chapel. A Viewing will be at the church 9:30-10:45 AM prior to the services Burial in the Vernal Memorial Park....
Leon Kenneth Roush
Funeral services for Leon Roush, age 69 of Vernal, the husband of Darla Roush, will be held at Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral home on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 11:00 am. Viewing and visitation will be Wednesday September 4, 2024, 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm and one hour...
Malry L McKeachnie
Funeral services for Malry L McKeachnie, age 68, the husband of Jana McKeachnie, will be held Friday, September 6, 2024 at the Ashley 3rd Ward LDS Chapel. A viewing for family and friends will beheld Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00PM at the Phillips Ashley Valley...
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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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What’s That In The Sky? Moffat County Sheriff’s Office Gives The Answer
What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a weather balloon? Residents in Colorado’s Moffat County...
Meet The Candidate: Don Busenbark For Roosevelt City Mayor
Two candidates are in the race for Roosevelt City Mayor. Don Busenbark has lived in Roosevelt for 35 years and has...
Meet The Candidate: Tommy Kent Olsen For Roosevelt City Mayor
You’ll find two candidates on your ballot running for Roosevelt City Mayor. Tommy Kent Olsen has lived in the...
Duchesne City Provides Clarification On Animal Control Services
Duchesne City wanted to clarify to the public what to expect from animal control services in the City. “If you ever...
AVWSID/Central Canal Lawsuit Follow Up
Voting Rights And Prices At Heart of Failed Negotiations Between Ashley Valley Water And Central Irrigation...
‘Water Talks’ Scheduled To Explore State Water Plan
The state water plan is being updated and the Division of Water Resources is gathering input from citizens like you....
Brush Creek Road Update
Repairs to Brush Creek Road are well underway. Uintah County announced early this week that the heavy rains and flow...
Donations Still Needed For Annual Coat & Hoodie Drive
Donations are still needed for the Rotary Club’s annual Winter Coat and Hoodie Drive. “Vernal Rotary Clubs...
‘It’s A Small World’ At The 29th Annual Great Jensen Pumpkin Festival
It’s almost time for the 29th annual Great Jensen Pumpkin Festival and organizers have invited the community to get...
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.
