Alexis Earl Tribute Plaque On Display At Roosevelt Driver License Division
If you’ve visited the Roosevelt Driver License Division in recent weeks you likely noticed a new tribute plaque, honoring a Roosevelt woman who said “Yes” to organ donation.
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DWR Sandhill Crane Viewing Events Coming Up In Vernal Area
Sandhill cranes attract bird watchers to western states every year. If you are lucky enough to live near a field in the Uintah Basin, you are likely already familiar with the rattling call of these large migratory birds.
Wildfires Burn Over Half A Million Acres In Utah In 2026
2026 was a rough wildfire year, as was feared due to the winter’s low snowfall. More than half a million acres have burned in Utah in 2026, making it the state's most severe fire season since 2007.
Northeastern Utah Hunters Asked To Have Deer Tested For CWD
Hunters are again being asked to bring their harvested deer to various check stations in northeastern Utah during this fall’s hunts so DWR biologists can test the animals for chronic wasting disease.
Uintah County Treasurer Vacancy Announced
The Uintah County Republican Party is accepting applications to fill a vacancy in the office of Uintah County Treasurer resulting from the resignation of Wendi Long.
Senator Curtis: U.S. Senate Passes Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act on Tuesday following a unanimous consent request made by Utah’s Senator John Curtis, sending it now to the House of Representatives.
Uintah County Sheriff Elected President of Utah Sheriffs Association
Uintah County Sheriff Steve Labrum has been elected as president of the Utah Sheriffs Association for 2026–2027. Sheriff Labrum succeeds Kane County Sheriff Tracy Glover.
Unemployment Data Released For August 2026
New unemployment data has been released by the Utah Department of Workforce Services. August’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the state of Utah is estimated at 3.5%.
Prescribed Burns Scheduled In Vernal And Flaming Gorge Ranger Districts
Ashley National Forest has announced that the Vernal and Flaming Gorge Ranger Districts are planning fall prescribed burns for Greendale Junction, Red Canyon, Dowd Mountain, Red Cloud Loop and Deer Lodge.
Domínguez–Escalante 250th Commemorative Cross Makes Stop In Duchesne City
The Domínguez–Escalante 250th Commemorative cross made a stop in Duchesne City this month in recognition of the historic 1776 expedition. Mayor Deborah Herron had the opportunity to sign the commemorative cross at Eagle Park.
Water Shut Off Planned For Myton City Water Valve Project
The Myton City water valve project is ongoing . Water will be shut off tomorrow, September 30th, and Friday, October 2nd, from 8am to 6pm.
Ballard 1000 South Road Realignment Project Update
The Ballard 1000 South Road Realignment Project that will connect 1000 South in Ballard and 800 South in Roosevelt is making progress.