New Altamont High School Principal Has Local Roots
Even though his home has been Roosevelt from the time he was born, Principal Jesse Fieldsted is right at home in his new position as Altamont High School’s principal.
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Waterfowl Slam in Fourth Year
In its fourth year, Utah’s Waterfowl Slam program is bigger and better than ever. Utah is offering nine waterfowl slams, or challenges, and each time one is completed, the hunter receives a colorful leg band that can be placed on a call lanyard as a collectable.
Convicted Sex Offender Still Wanted; Additional Charge Filed
A convicted sex offender sought by the Vernal City Police Department is still wanted and now faces additional charges. 30-year-old Jason Durbin has failed repeatedly to register as a sex offender.
The Great Book Box Build Voting Deadline Extended
The sky is the limit on creativity with a unique community project hosted by the Uintah County Library. The Great Book Box Build has gained momentum in recent months as locals have taken the challenge to heart and come up with some interesting designs for what turns out to be mini libraries around the community.
Sheriff on Vegas Tragedy and Incident Training
People around the country are still reeling in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Las Vegas and the Uintah County Sheriff has issued a local response. “In light of what has taken place in Vegas, I ask everybody to be vigilant,” shares Sheriff Vance Norton.
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New K-9
Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office has welcomed a new K-9 to their force. The agency suffered a loss over the summer after K-9 “Q” was diagnosed with terminal cancer that quickly progressed and took her life. The loss was especially hard on Cpl. Morant Harrison, Q’s handler who had been partnered with her for about a year, and Cpl. Harrison’s family.
Utah Highway Patrol Urges Winter Weather Preparation
No, it’s not too early to be thinking of winter weather travel preparations. Local Utah Highway Patrol is already issuing the call to prepare for all conditions
Duchesne County Athlete of the Week
This week’s Athlete of the Week is Aislynn Weaver. Aislynn is the setter on Union High School’s Volleyball team.
Bear Attack in Wyoming Reminds Hunters to Be Bear Aware
A Rock Springs man was seriously injured while hunting elk in the Teton Wilderness last week. Wyoming Game and Fish Department decided not to capture or euthanize the bear because it was determined she was just trying to protect her cubs
Suicide Bereavement Support Group Provides Help for Locals Affected by Suicide
Local options are available to help community members whose lives have been closely affected by suicide. For family members or friends that have lost a loved one to suicide, the Suicide Bereavement Support Group is meeting monthly at the Uintah County Library.
High School Sports Report for Altamont and Tabiona
The Longhorn football team traveled to play the Milford Tigers on Friday, losing the game 41 to 6.
Uintah Health Care Special Service District Report
The Uintah Health Care Special Service District recently provided a district report to local county and city officials.