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Duchesne Man Indicted in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City returned an indictment on Wednesday charging a Uintah Basin man with drug and firearm crimes after agents seized a handgun and the primary illicit substance found in “bath salts”, which is a schedule I controlled substance....
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Duchesne Man Indicted in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City returned an indictment on Wednesday charging a Uintah Basin man with drug and firearm crimes after agents seized a handgun and the primary illicit substance found in “bath salts”, which is a schedule I controlled substance....
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UBTech Sets New Record For Certificate Completions
UBTech has set a new record for certificate completions with the close of Fiscal Year 2026. The UBTech press release shares that while final certificate completion totals are still being verified, the College anticipates awarding more than 975 certificates, surpassing...
Celebrating Pioneer Day Holiday In Uintah County
It’s nearly time to celebrate Utah’s Pioneer Day holiday during which communities throughout the Uintah Basin will hold parades, celebrations, and fireworks. Here are a few bonus activities happening in Uintah County on Friday. The Pioneer Day Scout Breakfast will be...
Obituaries
Larry Defa
Funeral services for Larry Leo Defa, age 83, of Hanna, Utah, husband of Sheila Wagstaff Defa, will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM, at the Tabiona chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. A viewing will be held at the church from...
Jack Fillingim
A viewing for Jack Fillingim, age 71, of Roosevelt, husband of Cathy Ivie Fillingim, will be held on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 3:00 - 4:30 PM at the Hullinger Mortuary. Following the viewing he will be cremated.Services under the direction of the Hullinger Mortuary.
Deon Bird
Graveside services for Deon Bird, age 94, of Roosevelt, will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Roosevelt Memorial Park. A viewing will be held at the Hullinger Mortuary at 11:00 - 11:45 AM.Services under the direction of the Hullinger Mortuary.
Kenny Santio
Funeral services for Kenny Santio, age 41 of Neola, the son of Lucus Santio, will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Neola Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There will be a wake at his brother Robert Lee’s home (11000 N...
Carol Felter
Funeral services for Carol Felter, age 89, formerly of Vernal, will be held on Wednesday July 15, 2026, at 11 am at the Hullinger Mortuary in Roosevelt. There will be a viewing that morning at the mortuary from 10-10:45 am. prior to the services at the mortuary.Burial...
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Citizens For Change Petition Certified In Uintah County
The petition in Uintah County proposing that a change in county government be placed on the November ballot has been...
UBTech Sets New Record For Certificate Completions
UBTech has set a new record for certificate completions with the close of Fiscal Year 2026. The UBTech press release...
Celebrating Pioneer Day Holiday In Uintah County
It’s nearly time to celebrate Utah’s Pioneer Day holiday during which communities throughout the Uintah Basin will...
BLM Approves Yergensen Oil Wells Near Myton
The BLM Vernal Field Office has issued an Environmental Assessment for the Yergensen Oil Wells located near Myton. The...
Duchesne Man Indicted in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City returned an indictment on Wednesday charging a Uintah Basin man with drug and...
Arrest Made Following Burglaries And Assaults In Roosevelt
After several weeks and multiple reports of burglary and other criminal behavior, a man has been arrested and is being...
Vernal City Fireworks Restrictions For July 22 – 25
Vernal City has issued several reminders concerning fireworks use over the Pioneer Day holiday, starting today. “As...
Roosevelt City Fireworks Permitted In City Limits
With improved conditions, Roosevelt City has changed its fireworks restrictions from the standard used over the 4th of...
Vernal Native Retiring From United States Marine Band After 20 Years
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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.
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
Stay up to date with the athletes in our community. We give updates from their games both at home and away so that you can stay in-the-know from the convenience of your computer or smartphone. News about local sports from each of the local highschool teams.
