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Teens Ejected In Highway 40 Crash; Driver Killed, Passenger In Critical Condition
Two teens were ejected in a crash on Highway 40 near Vernal on Tuesday afternoon with one suffering fatal injuries and the other in critical condition. Utah Highway Patrol reports that at approximately 12:17 p.m. August 27, 2024, a silver Honda Sedan was traveling...
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Teens Ejected In Highway 40 Crash; Driver Killed, Passenger In Critical Condition
Two teens were ejected in a crash on Highway 40 near Vernal on Tuesday afternoon with one suffering fatal injuries and the other in critical condition. Utah Highway Patrol reports that at approximately 12:17 p.m. August 27, 2024, a silver Honda Sedan was traveling...
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Vernal City Issues Statement On Uintah County Tax Proposition #12
Vernal City has issued a statement regarding Proposition #12 on the Uintah County election ballot. The statement shares the following: The 2024 election ballot features federal, state and local candidates as well as state and local amendments and referendums. Soon,...
STEAM Expo Held This Month On USU Roosevelt Campus
The Roosevelt USU campus came alive earlier this month with students grades 5 through 8 for the STEAM Expo. Over 1,100 students attended the event that focused on STEAM subjects: science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. “Community engagement is one of...
Obituaries
Vera Ann Serawop-Goldesberry
A Celebration of Life Visitation for Vera Serawop - Goldesberry, age 47, of Tulsa, Oklahome, will be held from 9:00 - 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at the Hullinger Mortuary, in Roosevelt, Utah. Following the visitation, the cremated remains will be...
Paul Bryan Gustin
Funeral services for Paul Bryan Gustin, age 58 of Vernal, husband of Laurie Gustin, will be held Saturday November 18, 2023 at 12:00pm at the Maeser 7th Ward LDS Chapel (2745 West 1000 North). Visitation for family and friends will be held Friday from 6:00pm ~ 8:00pm...
Spencer Nephi
Funeral services for Spencer Nephi, age 41, of Ft. Duchesne, will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the Whiterocks Community Building. A wake will be held after 3:00 p.m. on Thursday at the same location. Burial will be in the John Harmes...
Avetonu (Maulupe) Tivao
Funeral Services for Avetonu "Ave" Maulupe Tivao age 65 of Vernal, wife of Pisa, will be held Saturday November 11, 2023 at 11:00am at the Glines 7th Ward Chapel (1270 West 1500 South). Visitation for family and friends will be held Friday November 10 from 6:00pm ~...
Karma LaVon (Smuin) Bascom
Funeral services for K. LaVon Bascon. age 80 of Vernal, will be held Saturday November 11, 2023 at 2:00pm at the Vernal 6th Ward Chapel (850 West 100 North). Visitation for family and friends will be held from 12:45pm ~ 1:45pm at the church prior to the services....
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Community Spotlight
Spreading Joy this holiday season and Counting our Blessings.
This weeks turkey donation to the Food Pantry in Vernal.
Call Evans Family Media and tell us what you are grateful for. 435-828-KLCY (5529)
You could win a Turkey for Holidays. With every turkey we give away on air we donate a turkey to the food pantry, thanks to the help of Commercial Tire in Vernal and Roosevelt. 
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Altamont Cowboy Cash Robb Climbing World Rankings
A Uintah Basin cowboy is making his mark on professional rodeo as he keeps climbing the ranks. 21-year-old Cash Robb...
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Asks For Public’s Help In Case Of Stolen ATV
Deputies with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office have requested help in a theft case. They are investigating a...
2 Transported To Hospital In Single Vehicle Crash West Of Vernal
Two people were transported to the hospital on Monday after a single vehicle crash west of Vernal on Highway 40....
Vernal Man Arrested In Alabama On Charges Of Child Sexual Abuse
A Vernal man was arrested in Sheffield City, Alabama after warrants were issued for his arrest. On Friday, AL.com...
Ashley National Forest Reminds Visitors to Recreate Responsibly
The mountains are a popular escape this time of year and all visitors are urged to recreate responsibly. “Summer is in...
What’s Happening At The Roosevelt Branch Library?
The Roosevelt Branch Library now has self-checkout for patrons in a hurry or just wanting to check out their items...
U.S. Forest Service Halts Aspen Restoration Project On Ashley National Forest
The Ashley National Forest Aspen Restoration Project which had been approved in October 2023 has been halted. In a...
Man Follows GPS On “Shortcut” To Vernal And Ends Up Stranded On Mountain
Technology is a powerful tool but it’s important critical thinking skills still be employed when using it. A motorist...
2 Sent To Hospital After RV Pulls In Front Of Semi On Highway 40
A crash on Highway 40 near Strawberry Reservoir sent 2 people to the hospital on Sunday. According to Utah Highway...
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.
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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.
