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Tabiona’s 5th graders are ready to lead the way in setting a good example at school, home, and beyond. The 5th grade students of Mrs. Jones and Ms. Betsy participated in the 2024 D.A.R.E. program and recently had their graduation day. The D.A.R.E. program teaches...

The list of holiday lights to add to your driving tour keeps growing. For those wanting to see the best light shows and homes in the Roosevelt area, join the Facebook group titled ‘Roosevelt Utah Christmas Lights & Holiday Homes’. The Vernal Holiday Lights page on...

It’s been a bit harder this year to gather the needed donations for the Sub For Seniors program but donations can still be made today. Sub for Seniors provides a holiday gift and food bag for each of the Uintah Basin seniors on their list. The biggest need left is for...

The energy was electric on Wednesday afternoon as students from Ashley Elementary awaited the arrival of a very important person: Santa Clause. The big man himself was on his way thanks to Angel Flight West, an organization that provides flights for medical...

The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce Public Relations Committee has announced the latest recipient of the quarterly Outstanding Public Service award. Jeremy Raymond is known for his commitment to the community and as the Uintah Fire Suppression Special Service District...

The Department of Workforce Services data shows that employment for October 2024 increased an estimated 1.9% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 32,900 jobs since October 2023. This brings Utah’s job count to 1,782,800. ...

Snowy winter weather has been in short supply but that won’t last forever. Vernal City issued a press release on Wednesday urging Vernal residents to help keep streets and sidewalks safe and clear when it does come. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Keep Streets...

Representative John Curtis promised one more visit to the Uintah Basin before the end of the year and he’s delivering on that promise this Friday. While this won’t be his last visit, it is his last visit as a Congressman. 2025 will bring a change in title as John...

A new batch of wolves are being prepped for delivery to Colorado locations in 2025. According to a press release from Colorado Parks & Wildlife, operational planning is underway for the second capture and release season in support of the Colorado Gray Wolf...

Altamont cowboy Dean Thompson continues to deliver at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas where he is competing in bareback riding. Thompson has placed in all five rounds so far. He has earned $87,788 in Las Vegas and sits atop the aggregate race with a five-ride...