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Utah Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
A 26-year-old Utah man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Minor for online actions in 2025. An officer with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office got the ball rolling on the investigation that has put the 26-year-old...
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Find all the accurate information you need about local news and events from one convenient, trustworthy source
Utah Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
A 26-year-old Utah man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Minor for online actions in 2025. An officer with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office got the ball rolling on the investigation that has put the 26-year-old...
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Ladies Night Out ‘Boots & Blessings For Rapha’ Raises Record Amount
The community showed up once again for the very worthy cause of supporting Rapha International whose mission is to provide healing and freedom for children who have been rescued from trafficking. The ‘Boots & Blessings’ themed Ladies Night Out evening raised a...
Distinguished Alumni Assembly Inspires Uintah Students
Uintah High School students kicked off the school week Monday morning at the Distinguished Alumni Assembly, this year recognizing Del Dickson of the Class of 2000. Dickson has had a varied career in law, currently helping parents grow their families through adoption...
Obituaries
Shaun Galen Oaks
Funeral services for Shaun Galen Oaks, age 59, the son of Gaylynn and Lila Oaks, will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00PM at the Maeser 7th Ward Chapel (2745 West 1000 North). A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday 11:30-12:30PM at the Church....
Belva Garner
Funeral services for Belva Elaine Garner, age 93, of Roosevelt, will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Roosevelt East Stake Center. A viewing will be held that morning from 9:30 - 10:30. Burial will be in the Roosevelt Memorial Park. Services under...
Dan Hill Richens
Graveside Services for Dan Hill Richens, age 90 of Vernal, will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11 am at the Vernal Memorial Park with a viewing held Monday, May 4th 2026 from 6-8 PM at the Blackburn Vernal Mortuary. Friends may meet at the Cemetery Tuesday.Services...
Carolyn Walker
Funeral Services for Carolyn Walker, age 87, will be held Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am at Vernal 1st Ward LDS Chapel (475 West 100 South). Visitation for family and friends will be held Friday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm at Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home and...
Carol Liddell
Funeral services for Carol Taylor Liddell, age 91 of Roosevelt/Vernal, will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Hullinger Mortuary. A viewing will be held from 11:00 - 11:45 Am.Burial will be in the Roosevelt Memorial Park. Services under the...
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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 County Issues 2026 Primary Election Notice
Duchesne County Clerk/Auditor Chelise Curtis issued the 2026 Primary Election Notice on May 4th. Notice is given to...
Ladies Night Out ‘Boots & Blessings For Rapha’ Raises Record Amount
The community showed up once again for the very worthy cause of supporting Rapha International whose mission is to...
Distinguished Alumni Assembly Inspires Uintah Students
Uintah High School students kicked off the school week Monday morning at the Distinguished Alumni Assembly, this year...
Alternate Access Road Approved For Humpback Federal Project In Uintah County
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has approved documentation for the Alternate Access Road to the...
National Corrections Officers Week Runs Through May 9th
National Corrections Officers Week runs through May 9th and agencies throughout the region are acknowledging this...
Utah Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
A 26-year-old Utah man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Minor for...
More Fossils Discovered During Dinosaur Quarry Parking Lot Excavation
Recent visitors to the Quarry Exhibit Hall in Dinosaur National Monument enjoyed an unexpected fossil display. “The...
Uintah County Sheriff And Deputies Awarded
Team members of the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office have added some new accolades to the organization’s record. The...
UDOT Provides Further Details On US-191 Traffic Restriction In Indian Canyon
As of 7am this morning, US-191 in Indian Canyon has been reduced to one-lane with alternating traffic between milepost...
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.
Public Affairs
Local politics and public affairs affect all of us. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to stay up to to date with all the ongoing events. We’ll do the work for you to make sure you always have up-to-date and accurate information at your fingertips.
Local Sports
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