Uintah County Approves Fee Schedule, Adjustment to Cemetery Lot Rate
The Uintah County Commission approved the County fee schedule during their Monday meeting. Among the discussion was a new uniform rate for cemetery lots in Uintah County.
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Team Uintah Honors Senator Van Tassell and Representative Scott Chew
After a holiday break, Team Uintah is back to recognizing those who go the extra mile to support local schools. This week Team Uintah is honoring Senator Kevin Van Tassell and Representative Scott Chew as strong supporters of the Uintah School District.
Breaking: Fatal Accident on Highway 40 in Vernal
A fatal two vehicle accident in Vernal at about 850 West Highway 40 shut down both directions of traffic as emergency personnel handled the scene. The crash took place Monday evening. Law enforcement has confirmed there is at least one fatality.
Cavers Rescued from Little Brushcreek Cave in North Uintah County
Nighttime caving proved to be a dangerous pursuit for a group of adventurers who went climbing inside the Little Brushcreek cave system in north Uintah County on Sunday evening. According to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office, a 24-year-old California man was seriously injured when he fell approximately 50 feet while exploring the caves.
AHS Basketball Teams Play on Jazz Floor
Duchesne County athletes enjoyed a thrill last week of epic proportions. On, Wednesday, January 3rd, the Altamont Longhorn Girls and Boys Basketball teams traveled to the Vivint Smart Home Arena, home of the Utah Jazz, to play Intermountain Christian School.
Vernal Area Chamber Gives Annual Report
The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce gave their annual report during the Uintah County Commission meeting on Monday. The Chamber estimates their total value to the community is over $504,000 dollars.
Uintah County Woman Arrested on Drug and Distribution Charges
A Uintah County woman is facing drug and distribution charges after an incident in which police responded to a call to the Vernal McDonalds parking lot. 51-year-old Gertrude Marie Holland has been charged with one count of driving with a controlled substance in the body, two counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to deliver.
Fatal Head On Collision on Highway 40 in Vernal
A fatal head on collision occurred Monday evening when a driver drifted into oncoming traffic at about 6:30pm at 895 West Highway 40 in Vernal, shutting down both directions of traffic as emergency personnel handled the scene. According to Vernal City Assistant Police Chief Keith Campbell, the female driver of the eastbound vehicle drifted into the oncoming lane, striking another vehicle.
Senator Van Tassell on Seep Ridge Road Extension to Grand County
The environmental process continues on the project proposed to extend Seep Ridge Road south to I-70 in Grand County. The NEPA process began in the fall to study the potential consequences of the proposed project to ensure that any decisions made are environmentally sound.
Uintah School District Celebrates Graduation Rates
The rate of seniors graduating from Uintah School District is on the rise which many consider a cause to celebrate. To put things in perspective, in 2008, only 55 percent of Uintah School District seniors graduated while the state average that year was 69 percent.
Ice Fishing Tips for 2018 Season
The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to have safe experiences on Flaming Gorge this ice fishing season and are offering their top safety tips. First, remember, there is no such thing as safe ice as ice conditions can fluctuate drastically over short times and distances, especially in reservoirs like Flaming Gorge.
USU Utah Water Watch Providing Training for Basin Residents
Utah State University is using the Utah Water Watch program to provide water quality education and data collection training to Utah residents interested in water quality and preserving Utah’s aquatic resources.