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Alternate Access Road Approved For Humpback Federal Project In Uintah County

Alternate Access Road Approved For Humpback Federal Project In Uintah County

May 5, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has approved documentation for the Alternate Access Road to the Humpback Federal project. The Responsible Official signed a decision record under which the BLM will issue Scout Energy Management LLC a right-of-way to construct and maintain the access road. The project is located in Uintah County and […]

National Corrections Officers Week Runs Through May 9th

National Corrections Officers Week Runs Through May 9th

May 5, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

National Corrections Officers Week runs through May 9th and agencies throughout the region are acknowledging this difficult and important field. The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office stated they “would like to recognize all of our corrections deputies for their professionalism, diligence, and dedication to the work they do. They work in what can be a very […]

Utah Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

Utah Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

May 5, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

A 26-year-old Utah man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Minor for online actions in 2025. An officer with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office got the ball rolling on the investigation that has put the 26-year-old Cache Valley man behind bars. According to the Affidavit of Probable […]

More Fossils Discovered During Dinosaur Quarry Parking Lot Excavation

More Fossils Discovered During Dinosaur Quarry Parking Lot Excavation

May 4, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Recent visitors to the Quarry Exhibit Hall in Dinosaur National Monument enjoyed an unexpected fossil display. “The team reopened the dig they began last fall during the parking lot repaving project—where they initially uncovered nearly 3,000 pounds of fossils,” shares the Monument’s announcement. “When they returned this spring, the discoveries kept coming. In addition to […]

Uintah County Sheriff And Deputies Awarded

Uintah County Sheriff And Deputies Awarded

May 4, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Team members of the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office have added some new accolades to the organization’s record. The Sheriff’s Office shared that on Wednesday, April 29, Sheriff Steve Labrum was recognized as the 2026 Outstanding County Sheriff of the Year at the Utah Association of Counties Conference in St. George. This award has extra meaning […]

DWR: Duchesne County Man Among First Legacy Of Land Award Recipients

DWR: Duchesne County Man Among First Legacy Of Land Award Recipients

May 4, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources recently recognized eight Utahns with the new Legacy of Land Award to highlight their contributions in helping wildlife. Stephen Ellis was among those awarded. “Ellis owns over 5,600 acres in Duchesne County,” shares the announcement. “Both his rangeland and cropland support a large number of deer and elk each […]

Uintah School Board Member Recognized

Uintah School Board Member Recognized

May 4, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

A local leader in education has received a statewide honor. Uintah School District shared last week that Uintah School Board member Robin McClellan has been recognized by the Utah School Employees Association(USEA) with its Honorary Award. “The award recognizes individuals who have shown exceptional support for and dedication to education support professionals (ESPs),” shares the […]

19-Year-Old Driver From Fatal 2024 Crash Charged

19-Year-Old Driver From Fatal 2024 Crash Charged

May 4, 2026 · Basin Now · News

A 19-year-old Vernal man has been charged in a 2024 crash that killed a motorcyclist who was just minutes from home after a cross county journey. Court documents show that on May 1st, 19-year-old Wrexten Herbert Sharp was charged with 2nd Degree Felony Automobile Homicide for the 2024 crash. According to the Probable Cause Statement, […]

Uintah County Primary Election Information

Uintah County Primary Election Information

May 1, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Primary Election is coming up in June and Uintah County has shared what you need to know in order to vote. First, if you are not registered to vote, you have until June 12th at 5pm to register at vote.utah.gov. To receive a Republican ballot, you must be affiliated with the Republican Party. The […]

8th District Judge Named Among Utah Supreme Court Nominees

8th District Judge Named Among Utah Supreme Court Nominees

May 1, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

An Eighth District Court judge has been named among the nominees for the Utah Supreme Court. The State of Utah announced on Thursday that the Appellate Judicial Nominating Commission selected nominees for two vacancies on the Utah Supreme Court that were created by the Legislature during the 2026 Legislative Session. Eighth District Court Judge Samuel […]

New Memorial To Honor Ute Chief Tabby-To-Kwanah And Son Tom Tabby

New Memorial To Honor Ute Chief Tabby-To-Kwanah And Son Tom Tabby

May 1, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

A new memorial is in place in the Heber City Cemetery to honor Ute Chief Tabby-To-Kwanah and his son Tom Tabby. “In the quiet stillness of the Heber City Cemetery, a simple sandstone marker bearing the initials “T.T.” rests beneath the towering branches of a pine tree,” shares the announcement. “The grave belongs to Tom […]