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Beware Of Charity Scams In Wake Of Hurricane Helene
The public is being urged to use caution when asked to donate to charity causes related toHurricane Helene as there has been a surge of scams emerge. The United StatesAttorney’s Office for the District of Utah encourages Utahans to adhere to certainguidelines when...
Rangely Oktoberfest Kicks Off Today
Rangely is the place to be with Oktoberfest kicking off today and running through theweekend. The pumpkin contest is happening today. There is a Creepy Baby Dolls contestbeing voted on during the events. The Museum will have their 2nd Annual White RiverKnife Show with...
DUI Arrest In Bluebell Area Includes Felony Weapons Charge
A DUI arrest in the Bluebell area last week was enhanced to include a felony weaponscharge. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, an officer observed a vehicle onthe side of the Bluebell Highway and noticed people scattering around the vehicle whichthen drove...
SM Energy Company Closes On Uinta Acquisitions
SM Energy Company announced on October 2nd that it has closed on the Uinta Basin acquisition of an 80% undivided interest in the oil and gas assets of XCL Resources, LLC and affiliated entities known collectively as Uinta Acquisitions. "We are excited to add a third...
Harmful Algal Bloom Warning Advisory In Effect For Matt Warner And Crouse
Harmful Algal Bloom Warning Advisories remain in effect for both Matt Warner Reservoir and Crouse Reservoir in northeastern Utah and officials want to remind hunters to beware, especially waterfowl hunters. DWR officials say that while hunters are prepared with...
Get Tickets To Uintah School District Arts Events This Month
Uintah School District is sure to promote the arts when it comes to students. Coming up this week,Vernal Middle School is hosting a Fine Arts Showcase. The event is happening on Wednesday, October 9th, from 6 to 8pm and will include student art displays and musical...
Don’t Miss Unique Bird Viewing Event This Week
An annual favorite bird viewing event is happening this week. If you haven’t taken the time to observe the sandhill cranes that flock to the Uintah Basin during migration, you’re missing out. “They perform unique dancing and courtship rituals and then choose the...
Yellow Lake Fire Mapped At 15,891 Acres With 7% Containment
It was a terrifying weekend for those in the path of the Yellow Lake Fire as the fire rapidly spread. It is now mapped at 15,891 acres with 7% containment. According to the Utah Fire Info update published on Sunday night, no contained perimeter has been lost in the...
Aggressive Spread Of Yellow Lake Fire; Evacuation Order For North And West Fork Area; Community Of Hanna On Alert
Winds have contributed to the aggressive spread of the Yellow Lake Fire this weekend resulting in evacuation orders. An Emergency Alert was issued by Duchesne County Fire and Emergency Management that all within the North and West Fork area evacuate immediately and...
Additional Signatures Gathered Opposing Via Ferrata In Ashley Gorge
Following a report on the Via Ferrata given during the Uintah County Commission meeting on Tuesday, members of the public were invited to make comments to the Commissioners. The Wednesday news report on this topic shared that community member Anna Billings reported...
Vernal PD: Motorists Disregarding Flashing Lights On School Buses
Vernal Police have a very timely reminder for residents that has to do with the safety of our community’s children. “The Vernal Police Department has recently dealt with multiple motorists disregarding the flashing lights on school buses in our area,” shares the...
New UBTech Scholarship To Help Native American Residents And Single Parents
A new scholarship open to residents of Duchesne, Daggett, and Uintah counties is intended to help some specific local groups. LaRose Construction has established the scholarship to provide educational opportunities at UBTech for Native Americans and for local single...
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