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Monsoon Moisture Returns; Warnings Issued for Uintah Basin

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

It's going to be an active couple of days in the forecast with monsoon moisture returning to the area. National Weather Service reports that an approaching Pacific Northwest low pressure system and monsoonal moisture will produce cooler temperatures, widespread thunderstorms, and showers. “Expect gusty winds, heavy rain, and localized flooding with these storms.

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TriCounty Health Expresses Appreciation For Local Support

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

TriCounty Health Department is extending their thanks for the efforts made locally to provide the public with information and support as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. In a press release issued on Monday, TriCounty Health pointed to Davis Food and Drug as an example of following CDC guidelines and joining the mission of providing information, offering vaccination services, and promoting overall health.

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K-12 Broadband Grant Funds Still Available

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Uintah School District wants the public to know it still has funds available to help provide broadband internet access for students enrolled in district programs who do not otherwise have broadband internet at home or do not have adequate broadband internet speeds at home.

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Utah Conservation Corps Member Assists DWR In ‘Night Trawls’

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

DWR Fisheries Biologist Ryan Mosley had some excellent help last week on Flaming Gorge Reservoir while performing night trawls. Thanks to a partnership between the Forest Service and Utah State University, Utah Conservation Corps members, like Hunter Gahley, are able to work in Forest Service positions during the busy summer season.

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Earl Douglass’ Family Visits Dinosaur National Monument

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

A trip to Dinosaur National Monument is special no matter who you are but one family this week had the added bonus of connecting with their roots while there. Multiple generations of the Iverson family enjoyed a visit to the Monument and were able to take pictures in the same locations as historic photos of Earl Douglass over 100 years later.

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Roosevelt Police Sgt. Awarded Citation of Honor

Aug 17, 2021 · Basin Now · News

A local officer received much deserved recognition this month. Sgt. TJ Bird with Roosevelt Police Department was awarded a Citation of Honor for his work as a member of the Uintah Basin Narcotics Task Force. “The citation mentions the quality and consistency of his work as well as his professionalism while investigating drug cases,” shares Roosevelt Police Department.