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A probation check in Duchesne led to an arrest for dealing Methamphetamine. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an AP&P agent had received information that 43-year-old Christopher Micheal Christensen had been distributing Methamphetamine in Duchesne...

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office has asked for the public’s watchful eye in a theft case. They are investigating a case of a stolen Toy Hauler camper trailer and Polaris RZR from the area of Reid’s Ranch in Duchesne County. “Deputies are asking the public to keep...

The staff and volunteers at the Uintah Animal Shelter have a tough job but they continue to give their all to serve the animals in Uintah County. One thing they often deal with is sickness among the animals and a most recent scare has caused them to close their doors...

The Uintah County Library is excited to welcome those eager to learn more about the local wild west history with a special event tonight all about Matt Warner: The Outlaw who became a Lawman. Matt Warner was born in Sanpete County in 1864 and in 1878, when just a...

Hummingbirds are currently migrating through Utah making it a great time to catch a glimpse of these incredible birds. The DWR is partnering with retired Bureau of Land Management Biologist Terry Tolbert and U.S. Forest Service Biologist Lisa Young to host a...

A traffic stop and a search warrant on a Uintah County residence put several alleged drug dealers behind bars this week. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the search warrant was executed on July 15th. After some delay, the door was opened by Candice Hogan....

A probation check in Uintah County resulted in arrest in Uintah County on July 12th. 45-year-old Jason Ray Mayfield was arrested after drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine were located in his residence. Upon further search of the residence, a black container was...

An increase in power outages has left the public and business owners asking why. A letter sent out to Rocky Mountain Power customers explains that Rocky Mountain Power is de-energizing power lines as a preventative measure during periods of the greatest wildfire risk...

The Centers for Disease Control has confirmed that there have been human cases of avian flu in Colorado. There have been a total of 5 human cases, all of which were workers at poultry farms. State Epidemiologists believe the human cases are the direct result of...

One of the largest mountain goat herds in the state is located in the Uinta Mountains so what should you do to stay safe when recreating in their space? If you encounter a mountain goat while hiking or backpacking, the DWR has shared the following tips: Give them...