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Suspect Identified In Unsolved 1972 Thanksgiving Weekend Murder/Rape Case In Uintah County
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office, with help from state investigators and forensic scientists, has identified a suspect in the unsolved 1972 Thanksgiving weekend murder of an Army veteran and rape of the woman who was with the veteran when he was killed. Daniel Arthur Bell, who died in 2019, has been identified through extensive DNA […]
UBTech First Tech College In Utah To Adopt A Mascot
It’s official! UBTech is the first tech college in the state to adopt a college mascot and that mascot is the Titans. The selection process has been a lengthy one that included gathering feedback from UBTech students as well as surveying alumni, employees, and the public. Armed with positive feedback, the UBTech Board of Trustees […]
Unemployment Update
The Utah Department of Workforce Services released updated unemployment data this week. Daggett County unemployment stayed at 4.4 percent, which is up from 3.7 percent in October 2021. Duchesne County also stayed the same from the month before at 2.9 percent unemployment, down from 3.9 percent in October 2021. Uintah County unemployment moved up one-tenth […]
Donations to Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and the spirit of giving is naturally a part of that. Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office has shared a recent act of kindness they experienced. On Monday, November 21st, the sheriff’s office had Carol Chock, Pat Berger and Annette Johnson bring in some handmade crocheted blankets. These three ladies brought […]
DWR Releasing Pheasants Ahead Of Thanksgiving Holiday
Division of Wildlife Resources officers are releasing pheasants ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday this week. Utah’s general pheasant hunting season runs through December 4th and releases happen weekly, though they are happening early this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The majority of the wild pheasants in northeastern Utah are found on agricultural areas on […]
Backpack Buddies Program Helps Local Students And Families
The Backpack Buddies program continues to bless families in Uintah School District. The most recent example comes from the Ashley Elementary School community and school staff kicking off the holidays with hearts of giving. The group gathered food that was then donated to the Backpack Buddies program. “The Backpack Buddies program provides students with easy […]
UDOT Gives Travel Tips
The Utah Department of Transportation recommends drivers plan ahead for travel delays due to heavy traffic for the Thanksgiving holiday. Across the state, most UDOT projects will suspend construction and open all lanes to traffic to help reduce delays during the holiday weekend (Wednesday through Sunday) but delays are still anticipated, especially on I-15 this […]
Employment Update
The Department of Workforce Services has released updated employment data. Employment for October increased by 3.1 percent over the year landing Utah’s current job count at 1,690,000. Daggett County employment registered at 448. Duchesne County employment registered at 8,399. And Uintah County employment registered at 13,556. This was a small increase in employment for Duchesne […]
19th Year Of Community Holly Days Coming This Friday
For nearly 2 decades, Community Holly Days has given Uintah Basin families a reason to host Thanksgiving at their home with the promise of free fun all over Vernal the next day. This year will be no different with events running downtown, at the Western Park, and outside Ashley Regional Medical Center for their Christmas […]
Tim Tebow Foundation ‘Night To Shine’ Coming To Vernal
Vernal Christian Church is bringing something very exciting to town and volunteers are needed. The event is called “Night To Shine” and it is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. What is Night To Shine? “Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 […]
DWR Announce Spring Turkey Hunting Permit Opening December 13th
Thanksgiving is the perfect time for people to be thinking about turkeys. If you have an interest in harvesting your own locally sourced turkey, consider applying for an opportunity to hunt turkeys in Utah next spring. The application period for the spring 2023 limited-entry turkey hunt opens on December 13th. To be included in the […]