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Uintah County Drug Court Hosts ‘Friendsgiving’

Uintah County Drug Court Hosts ‘Friendsgiving’

Dec 2, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah County Drug Court program recently hosted a successful ‘Friendsgiving’ event that welcomed participants, alumni, families, staff, and community supporters for an evening of delicious food and a focus on gratitude. “Our annual Drug Court Friendsgiving brought together between 50 and 75 people—participants, alumni, families, staff, and supporters,” said Uintah County Drug Court Case […]

Burbot Bash 2026 Registration Open

Burbot Bash 2026 Registration Open

Dec 2, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

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 upcoming Burbot Bash on Flaming Gorge Reservoir, an event focused on diminishing the invasive fish known for its ugly face and appetite for the native kokanee salmon and trout populations. This year’s […]

Magical Night At Trees For Charity Auction Gala

Magical Night At Trees For Charity Auction Gala

Dec 2, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Giving hearts and generous bidding made for a magical evening at the 2025 Trees For Charity Auction Gala at the Uintah Conference Center on Monday night. The night total reached $408,700 for the 40 auctioned trees. This is the fourth year in a row the night total exceeded the $400,000 mark. Tree #34, ‘Wings of […]

Local Man With History Of Assault Facing New Charges

Local Man With History Of Assault Facing New Charges

Dec 1, 2025 · Basin Now · News

A local man with a history of assault is facing new charges. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Carson Craig Farley allegedly approached a 16-year-old at Constitution Park on November 19th, grabbed him by the throat and began strangling him until the victim could not breathe. Another person at the park separated Farley from […]

Public Invited To Meeting With Speaker Schulz On Redistricting Map

Public Invited To Meeting With Speaker Schulz On Redistricting Map

Dec 1, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Speaker Schulz of the Utah House of Representatives will be traveling to Vernal one week from today to address Uintah County Delegates regarding the redistricting map approved by Judge Gibson and the public is welcome to attend. “This meeting will provide valuable insight into the redistricting process and its impact on our county,” shares Kason […]

Uintah County Shares 2026 Election Notice

Uintah County Shares 2026 Election Notice

Dec 1, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

If you’re thinking of running for office in 2026, now is the time to prepare for the candidacy filing dates which open in about 1 month. In both Duchesne County and Uintah County, the offices to be filled in the 2026 General Election include School Board Districts 1, 2, and 3; County Commission Seat A […]

Cold Water Dangers; Utah State Parks Urges Life Jacket Use

Cold Water Dangers; Utah State Parks Urges Life Jacket Use

Dec 1, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

With temperatures dropping rapidly across Utah, the Division of Outdoor Recreation and the Division of State Parks are urging those who continue to boat, fish, hunt and recreate on or near the water to take extra precautions. Cold water immersion can be deadly, even for experienced recreators, as the risks of cold shock, incapacitation and […]

Two Hospitalized After Head On Crash On Highway 40

Two Hospitalized After Head On Crash On Highway 40

Dec 1, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Two people were transported to the hospital following a crash on Highway 40 on Friday afternoon. According to Utah Highway Patrol, the crash on US-40 involved 2 vehicles. A car was traveling westbound and attempted to pass a slower moving semi so they crossed over the double solid yellow lines and crashed head on into […]

Vernal PD Keeping Roadways Safe With Seat Belt Enforcement

Vernal PD Keeping Roadways Safe With Seat Belt Enforcement

Nov 26, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Buckle up! It’s the law and Vernal Police Department has given fair warning that they will be enforcing it. “The Vernal City Police Department will be participating in the statewide Click It or Ticket campaign beginning [Wednesday] and running through December 1st,” shares the Vernal PD announcement. “Our officers will be working dedicated shifts specifically […]

Be Prepared And Use Caution While Christmas Tree Hunting

Be Prepared And Use Caution While Christmas Tree Hunting

Nov 26, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

You’ve purchased your permit and the family is loading up for a Christmas tree hunt in Ashley National Forest. Sounds simple enough but the Forest Service has several reminders to consider. “These permits only allow cutting on Ashley National Forest lands and it’s the responsibility of the user to know where they are,” shares the […]

BLM Conducting Prescribed Burning In Iron Mountain Area

BLM Conducting Prescribed Burning In Iron Mountain Area

Nov 26, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Plans for prescribed burning are in place north of Dutch John. The Bureau of Land Management High Desert District will perform the treatments in the Iron Mountain project area approximately 10 miles north of Dutch John. “Little Mountain is north of the target units,” shares the announcement. “The 1,430 acres of hand created slash piles […]