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Grizzly Ridge Fire Burning In Ashley National Forest
The Grizzly Ridge Fire is burning in the Vernal Ranger District located northeast of Grizzly Ridge Yurt. The Ashley National Forest announcement shared on Monday evening that the fire was identified on July 13 at approximately 12:30pm. At that time it was estimated at...
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Grizzly Ridge Fire Burning In Ashley National Forest
The Grizzly Ridge Fire is burning in the Vernal Ranger District located northeast of Grizzly Ridge Yurt. The Ashley National Forest announcement shared on Monday evening that the fire was identified on July 13 at approximately 12:30pm. At that time it was estimated at...
Wyoming's Big Show
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Gov. Cox Announces Update To Fireworks Guidance
Gov. Spencer Cox announced Monday updated fireworks guidance for the upcoming Pioneer Day holiday, returning primary authority over fireworks restrictions to municipalities while preserving the ability to impose additional restrictions in communities where wildfire...
Naples City Fireworks Restrictions Update
Naples City has announced the following determination in regards to fireworks for the 24th of July Holiday: All aerial fireworks are banned in the city limits of Naples. Citizens may not light any fireworks, aerial or ground, within 200 feet of high risk areas on the...
Obituaries
Lorna Jenks
Funeral services for Lorna Serawop Jenks, age 92 of Roosevelt, will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Hullinger Mortuary. A wake will be held at her home after 4:00 PM on Tuesday (5000 E 2000 North).Burial will be in the Roosevelt Memorial Park....
Joel “Murph” Murphy
A Celebration of Life open house for Joel Murphy, age 86 of Roosevelt, the Husband of Marsha Smith Murphy, will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 2–4 p.m. at the Roosevelt Baptist Church, 402 Hillcrest Drive. Per Joel's wishes, cremation has taken place. Services...
Kenneth Ralphs
Graveside services for Kenneth Ralphs, age 87 of Altonah, the husband of Elaine Williams Ralphs, will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Altonah Cemetery.Services under the direction of the Hullinger Mortuary.
Doniven Kesling
Graveside services for Doniven Kesling, age 20, of Duchesne, son of Dustin and Larisa Hunting Madsen and Brad Kesling, will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Duchesne City Cemetery.Services under the direction of the Hullinger Mortuary.
Eli Sireech
Funeral services for Eli Andy Sireech, age 49, of Vernal, will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Ft. Duchesne Community Building. There will be a wake after 4:00 PM on Monday at the same location. Burial will be in the Ft. Duchesne Cemetery....
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Bureau Of Reclamation Flaming Gorge Report
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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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Local Sports
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