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Teen On E-Bike Struck By Vehicle
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office reported that at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14th, a 14-year-old juvenile was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bike. According to witnesses, the juvenile was riding an e-bike...
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Teen On E-Bike Struck By Vehicle
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office reported that at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14th, a 14-year-old juvenile was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bike. According to witnesses, the juvenile was riding an e-bike...
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Two Arrested In Moffat County During Bonnie And Clyde Crime Spree
Responding to a call of a panhandler bothering multiple shoppers, a lieutenant with the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office helped put an end to a multi-state Bonnie and Clyde style crime spree this month. The lieutenant spoke with the woman and gave her a few dollars....
2026 Rise And Thrive Business Speed Pitch Winners
It was an exciting night at a favorite local competition held at the Uintah Conference Center on Thursday evening. Uintah County Economic Development and the Vernal Innovation Hub once again hosted the 2026 Business Speed Pitch competition. “The 6th annual competition...
Obituaries
John Robert Burns
Funeral services for John Robert Burns, age 65 of Tridell, the husband of Michelle Burns, will be held Friday , October 4, 2024 at 11AM, at the Tridell LDS Chapel. A viewing for family and friends will be held Friday 9:45-10:45AM at the Church.Interment will be in the...
Linda Morrill
Funeral services for Linda Morrill, age 72 of Roosevelt, wife of Nola Morrill, will be held at October 3, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Neola Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There will be a viewing from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Following the...
Lloyd Elden Brady
Funeral Services for Lloyd Elden Brady, age 94 of Vernal, will be held Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 at 11 AM at the Jensen Ward Chapel. Viewings will be held Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at the Blackburn Mortuary from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Thursday from 9:30- 10:45...
Elona Simonette
Funeral services for Elona Simonette, age 89 of Myton, will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Roosevelt Baptist Church. A viewing will be held that morning from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.Burial will be in the Myton Cemetery. Services under the...
Jackie Tucker
Funeral services for Jackie Tucker, age 91, of Mt. Emmons, the wife of Vearl Tucker, will be held on Saturday, September 28th at 11:00 a.m. at the Altamont Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There will be a viewing at the church on Friday...
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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 Christmas Festival Plans On ‘Making Spirits Bright’
Plans for this year’s Duchesne Christmas Festival are more magical than ever. The theme this year is ‘Making Spirits...
Operation Green Light For Veterans Shines Support For Local Veterans
If you saw green lights shining from buildings or businesses in Duchesne County leading up to Veterans Day, it was for...
Longest Shutdown In U.S. History Ends
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history had finally ended. Following the Senate vote, Senator John Curtis...
Man With Statewide Warrant Arrested With Meth On His Person
On November 8th, officers visited a property north of Duchesne City of an individual who had failed to appear in court...
Infant Hospitalized For Kratom Overdose; Tests Positive For Cocaine
A mother has been charged with child endangerment for events in September in Uintah County. According to the Probable...
Man With History Of Assault Arrested On New Charges
A man with a history of assault has been arrested in Duchesne County on new charges. According to the Affidavit of...
Brady Trucking Makes Valuable Donation To UBTech CDL Program
Most know that UBTech provides professional technical education but may not know that local industry plays a key role...
Locals Enjoy Northern Lights Experience; Watch For Repeat Tonight
If you didn’t catch the experience first hand, chances are you’ve seen photos from friends and family who saw the...
Repeat DUI Offender Behind Bars
Multiple people called in a pickup truck with a suspected intoxicated driver on Thursday in Duchesne County. An...
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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