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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 […]

Museum Of Uintah County Hosting Wish Wall For U.S. 250th Anniversary

Museum Of Uintah County Hosting Wish Wall For U.S. 250th Anniversary

Mar 2, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Museum of Uintah County has a special way it’s inviting the community to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. All are encouraged to stop by the museum and add a personal wish to the Wish Wall, a nationwide initiative capturing Americans’ hopes and dreams for the future. “I’m excited to learn what […]

Project Authorizations In Uintah Basin

Project Authorizations In Uintah Basin

Mar 2, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

The BLM issued several authorizations on Friday, including two in the Uintah Basin. First, the BLM authorized 5 new oil wells for the Evelyn Project in Duchesne County. The record of decision authorizes Fourpoint Resources to drill five oil wells from a well pad on private land about 4 miles northeast of Myton. Second, the […]

Senator Curtis Statement On Strikes In Iran

Senator Curtis Statement On Strikes In Iran

Mar 2, 2026 · Kristin Forbis · News

Senator John Curtis released the following statement on the U.S. and Israel strikes in Iran: “For decades, Iran’s regime has acted as a destabilizing force—arming terrorist proxies, mass slaughtering its own people, and pursuing nuclear capabilities with explicit intent to destroy Israel and America. They have targeted and killed Americans abroad and are actively attempting […]