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CIB Awards Ballard City Funds For New Road Corridor

CIB Awards Ballard City Funds For New Road Corridor

Nov 4, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) has approved a $3.3 million dollar grant for a new road corridor, with most of the project located within Ballard City and Duchesne County boundaries and a small portion extending into Roosevelt City. The project will improve transportation access and support economic growth across the Uintah Basin, shares the […]

Road Rage Incident Involving Funeral Procession Ends In Arrest

Road Rage Incident Involving Funeral Procession Ends In Arrest

Nov 3, 2025 · Basin Now · News

A man was arrested last week in Uintah County after his actions constituted what is defined as road rage in Utah Code. According to the Probable Cause Statement, on October 30th, a person who was part of a funeral procession was using her vehicle to block traffic to allow the procession to enter the highway. […]

Duchesne County Commission Resolution Supporting Green Light For Veterans

Duchesne County Commission Resolution Supporting Green Light For Veterans

Nov 3, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Veterans Day is next week and Duchesne County has plans to join the National Association of Counties in becoming a ‘Green Light for Veterans County’. It’s expected that the Duchesne County Commission will approve a Resolution today making it official. It’s important to know that “studies indicate that 44-72 percent of service members experience high […]

Uintah County Election Audit Date Adjusted

Uintah County Election Audit Date Adjusted

Nov 3, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Tomorrow is Election Day. There will only be one Vote Center open in Uintah County on Election Day and it will be in the Uintah County Commission Chambers of the Uintah County Building. Polls will be open from 7am to 8pm. Ballots must be received by 8pm on Election Night in order to be counted. […]

‘Fix Our Forests Act’ Moving Forward

‘Fix Our Forests Act’ Moving Forward

Nov 3, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Senator John Curtis continues to push the ‘Fix Our Forests Act’ forward that was introduced this year to combat wildfires and streamline federal forest management. If passed, the Fix Our Forests Act will establish new and updated programs to reduce wildfire risks across large, high-priority ‘firesheds’, with an emphasis on cross-boundary collaboration. There is bipartisan […]

Local Scout Troop Among Groups Filling Food Pantry Shelves

Local Scout Troop Among Groups Filling Food Pantry Shelves

Nov 3, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

From the Elks Lodge to individual families, efforts have increased across the Basin to gather donations in order to fill bellies that may be affected by a lapse in SNAP benefits. Following the lead of Sarah Fuell whose sons are active scouters, Vernal Boy Scout Troop 228 put on an impromptu food drive on Saturday […]

Traffic Stop Ends In Drug DUI Arrest

Traffic Stop Ends In Drug DUI Arrest

Nov 3, 2025 · Basin Now · News

A traffic stop in Duchesne County over the weekend ended in DUI arrest. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, the officer checked with dispatch and it was confirmed that the vehicle was not registered. During this time, an additional officer arrived on scene and deployed a K9 for a free air sniff around the […]

DWR Birding Event

DWR Birding Event

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

In case you didn’t know, bird watching is a popular hobby in northeastern Utah and the Division of Wildlife Resources is providing an event for all to enjoy. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting just 2 events in the state, one of which will be in Price, to educate those just getting into […]

Police Say ‘Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared’ This Halloween

Police Say ‘Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared’ This Halloween

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Law enforcement agencies are urging families to be smart this Halloween in order to enjoy spooky fun without the frights. “A few simple steps can keep the ‘tricks’ away so you can focus on the ‘treats’: Light it up – Keep outdoor lights on at night to deter unwanted visitors. Bonus: it helps trick-or-treaters find […]

Local Efforts to Provide Meals For Families On SNAP

Local Efforts to Provide Meals For Families On SNAP

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

Locals concerned by the loss of SNAP benefits for fellow community members have stepped up to fill the shelves of the food pantry and organize other efforts to get groceries to those in need. SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is affected by the government shutdown that has no clear end in sight. One […]

Duchesne City Election Highlights

Duchesne City Election Highlights

Oct 31, 2025 · Kristin Forbis · News

If you’ve been hanging onto your ballot as a Duchesne City resident, here’s a few things to know. First, it’s no longer considered safe to mail your ballot if you want it to get in the right hands in time. The drop box located at the Duchesne City Office is open 24/7 until 8pm on […]