While it was initially forecast that Moon Lake Campground would reopen to the public early this week, crews are needing more time and that date has been pushed back. “Crews have been working diligently to prepare the campground for use, including completion of a new...
While it is exciting enough to have the grand opening happening tomorrow for Roosevelt’s new Nature Park, a special guest will make it an especially exciting event. HawkWatch International is bringing an eagle for a special meet and greet. Roosevelt City PIO Sunshine...
California based oil and gas company Trio Petroleum Corp, announced last week updates on recently completed drilling activities in Uintah County. In their press release from June 11th, the company stated that they have successfully drilled their first two exploratory...
Moffat County has lost its appeal over the BLM closures of 158 miles of trails and roads. The Department of the Interior issued the decision on June 3rd, stating that the appeal was dismissed for “lack of standing”. The judge’s decision states: “Based on Moffat...
As of the last report Tuesday night, the Big Draw Fire is 10 percent contained. Utah Fire Info shared that it had been mapped at 457 acres and there was minimal growth still with no threat to structures. This is great news as it had been recommended to residents of 8...
Vernal City is continuing the conversation on the possibility of acquiring the Lamplighter Inn property in downtown Vernal from 100 East to 200 East on Highway 40. Vernal City has been exploring the purchase of the Lamplighter property through a federal grant for the...
The Vernal Elks Lodge held a special ceremony in honor of Flag Day on Friday, June 14th. The ceremony shared the history of the American Flag and involved the help of local Boy Scouts carrying out and displaying each flag as its history was shared by Elks Lodge...
Reservoir water levels are looking good this year with some even exceeding what is considered 100 percent full. According to the Division of Natural Resources, local reservoirs measuring in excess include Steinaker Reservoir in Uintah County at 108.05 percent full,...
Danny Mortenson, candidate for Uintah County Commissioner, is passionate about the Vernal community. He enjoys volunteer work and is well known for his help with Vernal baseball as well as the local Night to Shine through the Tim Tebow Foundation to celebrate local...
The Utah Wildlife Board approved a few updates to the Conservation Permit Program during Thursday’s public meeting. “These rule updates should help with more effectively running the program, and will help clarify things for participants of the program,” shares DWR...