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Silver Alert: Vernal Among Stops Where Missing Escalante Woman Was Spotted
Vernal is among the known stops a missing woman made during the last week of January and the public is asked to share any tips or leads in the case. The Silver Alert was issued for 69-year-old DeEtte Spencer who was last seen at Walmart in Price on January 26th....
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Silver Alert: Vernal Among Stops Where Missing Escalante Woman Was Spotted
Vernal is among the known stops a missing woman made during the last week of January and the public is asked to share any tips or leads in the case. The Silver Alert was issued for 69-year-old DeEtte Spencer who was last seen at Walmart in Price on January 26th....
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DWR: Duchesne County Man Among First Legacy Of Land Award Recipients
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources recently recognized eight Utahns with the new Legacy of Land Award to highlight their contributions in helping wildlife. Stephen Ellis was among those awarded. “Ellis owns over 5,600 acres in Duchesne County,” shares the...
Uintah School Board Member Recognized
A local leader in education has received a statewide honor. Uintah School District shared last week that Uintah School Board member Robin McClellan has been recognized by the Utah School Employees Association(USEA) with its Honorary Award. “The award recognizes...
Obituaries
Beverly Ann Haws
Funeral services for Beverly Ann Taylor Haws, age 75 of Whiterocks, the wife of Donald Haws, will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Whiterocks Branch Chapel, 4817 E 11500 North, Whiterocks, Utah, on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 10:00 AMA viewing...
Trinity Lance Bird
Funeral services for Trinity Lance Bird, age 44 of Neola, the sone of Tom and Brenda Elder Bird, will be held on Thursday, May 30, 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 prior to the services...
Norma “Jeanne” Jean (Hacking) Gross
Funeral services for Norma "Jeanne" Jean (Hacking) Gross, age 86 of Vernal, wife of the late Earl Gross will be held Monday June 3, 2024 at 12:00pm at the Vernal 6th Ward LDS Chapel (850 West 100 North). Visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:30am ~...
Angeline Evans
Funeral services for Angeline Lewis Evans, age 81, of Arcadia, will be held on Saturday, June 1st at 10:30 a.m. Viewings will be held on Friday evening at the Hullinger Mortuary from 6 - 8 p.m. and Saturday at the church from 9:00 - 10:15 a.m.Burial will be in the...
Breta “SUE” Holmes
Graveside service for Breta "SUE" Holmes, age 77 of Vernal, will be held Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 11 AM at the Rockpoint Cemetery. Meet at Cemetery. Services under the direction of the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary.
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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
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Infant Hospitalized For Kratom Overdose; Tests Positive For Cocaine
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Man With History Of Assault Arrested On New Charges
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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
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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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