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Dinosaurland Passport to Summer Given 2025 Every Kid Outdoors Award

Dinosaurland Passport to Summer Given 2025 Every Kid Outdoors Award

Nov 6, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah County’s Dinosaurland Passport to Summer has been in play for the last 10 years and the amazing program has received a much deserved award. The Uintah County announcement shares that in 2015, Lesha Coltharp, Sylvia Wilkins and Devin Caldwell dreamed up a program that would give kids a way to stay active during the […]

Roosevelt Branch Library Upcoming Events

Roosevelt Branch Library Upcoming Events

Nov 6, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

November brings new activities and community enrichment at the Roosevelt Branch Library. A fun thing happening in November is the chance to make a book postcard to hang up and share. The movie night this month will be on November 14th at 6pm. Computer Literacy class is happening on November 18th at 5:30pm. Be sure […]

Safety Urged After Mobile Home Fire

Safety Urged After Mobile Home Fire

Nov 6, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

A mobile home fire in which multiple pets were lost has fire officials in the region reminding all to adopt safe practices this winter to prevent tragedy. Colorado River Fire Rescue is urging all throughout the region to check smoke alarms regularly and ensure that heating systems are in safe working conditions as the temperatures […]

Duchesne County Election Unofficial Results

Duchesne County Election Unofficial Results

Nov 5, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Unofficial election results were shared across Duchesne County on Tuesday night. For Roosevelt City Mayor, Tommy Kent Olsen received 606 votes and Don Busenbark received 458 votes. For two positions on Roosevelt City Council, Rowdy Cloward received 547 votes, Beau Hancock received 536 votes, Preston Kadleck received 430 votes, and Brandon Hollenback received 391 votes. […]

Colowyo Mine In Moffat County Officially Closing By End Of The Year

Colowyo Mine In Moffat County Officially Closing By End Of The Year

Nov 5, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Colowyo Mine in Moffat County will very soon officially close. According to a press release from Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Tri-State will transition to full reclamation of the Colowyo Mine, following the conclusion of coal production by the end of 2025. The Colowyo Mine was developed in 1978 and has been operated by […]

DWR Gives Guidance On When To Report A Wildlife Sighting

DWR Gives Guidance On When To Report A Wildlife Sighting

Nov 5, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

While it may seem like wildlife are moving through populated areas more often, the Division of Wildlife Resources says the increase in doorbell and security cameras in neighborhoods is largely to blame. The most important thing is to just keep your distance. “Getting too close to a wild animal can cause the animal to feel […]

Library On Wheels Sharing Resources

Library On Wheels Sharing Resources

Nov 5, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah County Library has an exciting offering that is literally on the move. The Library on Wheels travels to smaller communities to reach more residents in Uintah County. Yesterday, they enjoyed bringing books and resources to the Tridell Fire Station and Community Center. Miss Mariah also brought her energy and fun for a Wiggles […]

Uintah County Election Unofficial Results

Uintah County Election Unofficial Results

Nov 5, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Unofficial results for the Uintah County election were shared on Tuesday night. Uintah County voter turnout was 31% with 4,134 ballots cast out of 13,501 registered voters. Running unopposed for Vernal City Mayor, Corey Michael Foley received 1,031 votes. For the two Vernal City Council seats, incumbent Ted Munford received 883 votes, Nick Porter received […]

Prescribed Burning Planned This Week For Flaming Gorge Ranger District

Prescribed Burning Planned This Week For Flaming Gorge Ranger District

Nov 4, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Ashley National Forest has announced that there will be prescribed burning this week on the Flaming Gorge Ranger District. “Fire personnel anticipate burning in the Red Canyon Lodge area, North of Hwy 44,” shares the announcement. “The burn is planned for Thursday, November 6th through Friday, November 7th and contingent upon favorable weather conditions. […]

NASA Astronaut Inspires Students And Locals

NASA Astronaut Inspires Students And Locals

Nov 4, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

A real NASA astronaut visited the Uintah Basin last week, inspiring students and adults alike. Uintah School District reported that it was a great experience. “Students from elementary schools across the district in the gifted and talented program had an out-of-this world experience thanks to our educational partners at Uintah Basin Technical College,” shared Uintah […]

UDOT Indian Canyon Construction Continues

UDOT Indian Canyon Construction Continues

Nov 4, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Work on US-191 in Indian Canyon continues. Crews this fall have been working at multiple locations. The areas of focus have been or will be: Milepost 267-269 where crews are removing dirt to build six foot wide shoulders on each side of the road; Milepost 272-275 where crews are building the foundation for passing lane […]