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Vernal Police Department Makes Request Concerning Donations

Vernal Police Department Makes Request Concerning Donations

Mar 4, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Vernal City Police Department has made a request of the community. “Our department truly appreciates the continued generosity of community members who donate blankets, stuffed animals for children, and other items,” shares Vernal PD. “These contributions make a real difference for the individuals and families we serve. To help us properly track and account […]

GPS In Stolen Oilfield Equipment Leads To Duchesne County Home; Arrest Made

GPS In Stolen Oilfield Equipment Leads To Duchesne County Home; Arrest Made

Mar 4, 2026 · Basin Now · News

Having a built-in GPS in a piece of oil field equipment helped investigators arrest the alleged thief in Duchesne County this month. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the theft occurred on a Four Point oilfield location close to Dart Lane in January. A Dewalt impact driver and stationary gas monitor valued at approximately […]

Compliance Check Results In Double Arrest

Compliance Check Results In Double Arrest

Mar 3, 2026 · Basin Now · News

A parole compliance check resulted in a double arrest on Thursday in Duchesne County. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a compliance check at Tobias Lopez’ residence found that Mariea Hackford was also at the residence. Both Tobias and Mariea were on ankle monitor supervision with the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office and both were […]

UDOT Resumes U.S. Route 191 Indian Canyon Construction

UDOT Resumes U.S. Route 191 Indian Canyon Construction

Mar 3, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

While construction was paused for winter, UDOT announced that work will resume this week on the U.S. 191 Indian Canyon projects, starting with installing conduit along the road shoulders. “Expect a one-lane flagging operation near milepost 255,” shares the announcement. “Crews are working on US-191 between Emma Park Road and US-6 installing conduit in the […]

UBTech Launches 1776 Service Challenge; Invites Community To Join

UBTech Launches 1776 Service Challenge; Invites Community To Join

Mar 3, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

UBTech’s President, Aaron Weight, has announced the 1776 Service Challenge, inviting all community members across the Uintah Basin to come together and celebrate the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday. Drawing its name from the year the Declaration of Independence was signed, individuals of all ages are encouraged to contribute to the goal of 1,776 hours of […]

Slow Down: Investigators Determine Speeding Remains Leading Cause Of Crashes

Slow Down: Investigators Determine Speeding Remains Leading Cause Of Crashes

Mar 3, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

It’s time everyone on the road take a deep breath and just slow down. Colorado State Patrol investigated over 500 fatal and injury crashes that involved a speeding driver and the problem goes beyond just Colorado. Speeding reduces reaction time; makes it harder to handle turns, curves, and emergencies; extends stopping distances; and increases the […]

Vernal City Launches Community Wellbeing Survey

Vernal City Launches Community Wellbeing Survey

Mar 2, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Do you have 10 minutes to help shape Vernal’s next 10 years? Vernal City’s Community Wellbeing Survey is now open and your feedback is needed and wanted. “This short, mobile-friendly survey gathers insight on resident wellbeing, community priorities, growth, housing, public safety, economic opportunity, and overall quality of life,” shares Vernal City. “In previous survey […]

BLM Opens Public Comment Period On Upcoming Lease Sale

BLM Opens Public Comment Period On Upcoming Lease Sale

Mar 2, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Bureau of Land Management announced the opening of a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans for the upcoming sale of oil and gas leases. The announcement states that the sale will include 39 oil and gas parcels totaling 54,114 acres in Utah and the comment period ends March 30th. The […]

UBTech Students Come Together For Skills Showcase Event

UBTech Students Come Together For Skills Showcase Event

Mar 2, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

150 UBTech students came together last month at the Roosevelt campus to compete across 8 skill-based categories at the annual UBTech Student Showcase. Area businesses participate as judges, prize sponsors, and subject-matter experts, providing students with valuable feedback and real-world insight into their chosen fields. “It was an honor to participate in the Showcase and […]