Public Affairs

George T Weldon Construction LLC is celebrating their 50th year anniversary this year.  Founder George Weldon and CEO Mike Weldon share history of the company including the challenges associated with starting up an industrial construction company in 1975, opportunities and company growth.  They also share the company’s expansion and transition into civic infrastructure and residential construction.  Interview aired on KVEL 5-27-25

Ashley Valley Water and Sewer users could be out of water shares by the end of July.  In April, Governor Cox declared a state of emergency for much of Utah including Uintah and Duchesne Counties.  AVWS general manager, Ryan Goodrich discussed water projections and possible share shortages.  Water conservation is requested with tips provided here.  Listen to the entire interview by clicking on the link.  Interview aired on KVEL 5-22-25

On April 24th, Governor Cox issued an Executive Order declaring a state of emergency in certain counties due to drought conditions. Uintah County is one of those listed counties. We welcome Ryan Goodrich, District Manager, with Ashley Water and Sewer, to the KVEL studio.  

He asks us to please be conscientious of how and when you use water this year. Aired KVEL 5-1-25

With spring come yard and property cleanup. While burning this season, Moon Lake Electric provides safety and fire prevention advice. Aired on KVEL 4-28-25

Radio townhall with Utah Senator John Curtis.  During this 50 minute call in radio program, Sen. Curtis covered a myriad of subjects including, environmental reform, public land access, wildfires, Trump tarrifs and the economy, federal deportations and more.  Aired on KVEL 4-24-25

Uintah County Economic Development Director and Public Relations Director, Travis Campbell provides an update on some of the county’s current and upcoming projects. These projects include general infrastructure planning, road upgrades, water resources, and cemeteries. Aired on KVEL 4-24-25

Senator Lee addresses the Trump administration’s first 100 days, tariffs and the local economy, his priorities as chair of the Senate Natural Resources Committee and illegal immigration and The SAVE Act. Interview aired on KVEL 4-21-25

One day seminar EMPOWERING PARENTS with the tools to have more influence on their children’s education and community enviornment.  Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Townplace Suites in Vernal.  Register by clicking on the banner on BasinNow.com.  Free seminar, cost are paid for by local sponsors inclcuding Advance Towing and Automotive. Listen here to learn more.

US Senate confirmation hearing of Secretary of Energy Trump nominee, Chris Wright.  Sen. Lee discusses his support for Wright and former North Dakota Governor, Doug Burgam as Secretary of the Interior.  Lee discussed energy independance,  lowering costs for families, national security and economy.  

Uintah County 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Economic Outlook

Uintah County Grants totaled nearly 16 million in 2024-25 which included infrustructure improvements and community services.  Campbell discusses these grants in detail and county ecomonic forecasts for 2025.  Aired KVEL 1-9-25

Vernal City Council members, Corey Foley, and Robin O’Driscoll provide 2024 special project updates. 

Through grant money, many new amenities and city infrustructure projects have been started or completed in 2024.  These projects include, the Discovery Trail, downtown redevelopment, airport improvements, and more.  Program aired on KVEL 12-30-24 

Roosevelt City 2024 Year in Review.  Roosevelt City Manager, Joshua Bake discusses municipal projects completed in 2024 and grant money awarded for the projects.  Interview aired on KVEL December 27, 2024

Evans Family Media spoke with John Curtis regarding Uinta Railway, his priorities for his first 100 days in office, public land management, industry regulatory burden, and more. Interview aired on KVEL December 13, 2024.

Evans Family Media spoke with Jonathan Stearmer, attorney on the Uinta Railway legal team about the US Supreme Court hearing on December 10, 2024. Aired KVEL December 11, 2024.

Senator-elect, Curtis visited with Evans Family Media about his plans for his first 100 days in office and beyond. Specifically, he refers to the Uintah Basin and other energy hubs in the state as places he plans to continue the discussion of our energy future. Curtis explained that he sees permitting reform as a high priority as hyper regulation is holding up good projects in the Uintah Basin and around the state.