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KNEU 1250Certified destruction of data on computers and devices is not easy to come by but a window of opportunity is now open. A free electronics recycling event hosted by the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce and TriCounty Health Department will run through the month of January.
One local restaurant with deep roots is celebrating their heritage along with favorite local dishes. 85 years ago, Warren and Daisy Belcher opened a hot dog stand they called the “Grub Box” which was renamed the 7-11 Ranch Restaurant in 1949.
Could you read 100 books in 6 weeks? Probably depends on which books. How about 100 chapters of books? Every year the Uintah County Library celebrates the birthday of the unforgettable Dr. Seuss and have issued a challenge this year along with the Uintah County Literacy Commission in advance of his birthday on March 2nd.
January is National Radon Action Month and TriCounty Health Department is encouraging residents to test their home for radon levels. Radon is a colorless, odorless, naturally occurring toxic gas that is emitted from minerals in the ground.
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month and if you think this only applies to far away places, think again. According to Vernal City Assistant Police Chief Keith Campbell, our area is not immune to the issues of human trafficking.
With the black bear population doing extremely well in Utah, the Utah Wildlife Board has approved an increase in permits offered.
If you’ve been feeling like it can’t be January without any snow on the ground the folks at Ashley National Forest agree. Due to a lack of snow, several roads in the Vernal Ranger District that are normally closed will have gates opened.
Team Uintah is recognizing an individual who devoted a large part of his life to supporting the youth in Uintah School District and continues to do so. W.J. Wamsley taught 20 years at Todd Elementary and West Junior High School but even after retirement, Mr. Wamsley continues to volunteer his time in the schools.
The Uintah High School wrestling team takes competition seriously and it paid off over the weekend at the Tournament of Champions in Vernal. Out of 28 teams, the Utes took 1st place with a team combined total of 223 points. Juab came in 2nd and Delta 3rd. Other teams from the region competed as well.
Vernal Regional Airport manager Doug Brown gave a report to the board of the Uintah Transportation Special Service District on Thursday evening. Brown explained to the board the need to analyze the rates at the airport. Brown specifically wanted to discuss the lease rates for the hangers at the airport.
The Craig Police are asking the public to keep an eye out for 29-year-old Marco Ocejo-Contreras. Marco is 5 foot 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 130 pounds.
The three teens arrested after the Thursday incident at Duchesne High School have been referred to juvenile court for threat of terrorism. According to Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office, a 15-year-old and two 14-year-olds are being held at Split Mountain Youth Detention Center in connection with the incident that resulted in a lockdown at Duchesne High School on Thursday.