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Annual Defense Spending Bill Passed

Jul 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

A newly passed defense spending bill is expected to strengthen Hill Air Force Base. Representative Rob Bishop says that the funding levels in H.R. 2810 are a vast improvement over recent years and will help address shortfalls that plagued the military under the Obama Administration. “Language contained in the bill also means Utah and Hill Air Force Base will continue in its critical role as a player in our national defense,” shares Bishop. “Full funding for the F-35 program and various construction projects at Hill secures the Base as the home of 5th generation fighters for a long time to come.” Bishop also says this directly enhances operations at the Ogden Air Logistics Complex and will also provide for construction of new facilities at Hill Air Force Base.

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Theatre lovers are th…

Jul 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

Theatre lovers are thrilled by the latest announcement from the Uintah Arts Council. Into the Woods was announced as the 2018 production of Outlaw Trail Theatre on the final night of their production of Singin’ In The Rain. “Many local actors and singers have been waiting a long time for this musical and everyone has been very excited!” shares Outlaw Trail Executive Producer Ron Litton. “Waiting will be the difficult part.” Auditions for the show will be held in April and rehearsals begin in May. There will be a cast of about 20 and the show will run from June 25th through July 7th. Outlaw Trail Theatre has been producing high quality “Broadway Under the Stars” community theatre for 31 years. Competition is likely to be fierce for coveted roles in Into The Woods due to its rise in popularity since Disney’s release of the movie in 2014.

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Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Reports Increase in Theft

Jul 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office reports that their deputies and detectives have seen an increase in theft and burglary calls in recent months. “Since April 1st we have responded to 46 theft or burglary complaints in communities throughout the county,” shares the announcement, “including 10 cases where a vehicle was stolen.” Some of the items were stolen from unlocked homes, buildings, or vehicles. “We are encouraging people to be vigilant about locking their doors and securing their property,” shares Lt. Jeremy Curry. “Some people think their stuff is already gone, so why bother reporting it. We need them to report it to us immediately. It helps us connect theft and burglary cases when we make an arrest, and helps us identify stolen property when we search a suspect’s home.” It is also recommended that people take photos of valuables and record serial numbers or identifying marks. The photos can be used to prove ownership and have property returned in the case of theft.

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Uintah Basin Car Show Provides Weekend of Old Fashioned Fun

Jul 17, 2017 · Basin Now · News

The annual Uintah Basin Car Show didn’t disappoint over the weekend. Between a poker run, night at the Drive In movie, and cruise around town, the streets of Roosevelt looked like a flash back to decades long passed. The Constitution Park provides the perfect venue every year for the car show with plenty of shade not only for spectators but room for the cars to park on the shaded grass. While there had been car shows in the past, local Kirk Campbell revived the event about a decade ago and the event has grown in the years since. Three-quarters of the cars featured annually come from outside the area including other states and even sometimes out of the country, shares Duchesne County Chamber Director Irene Hansen. “This is a well known event that is highly attended and of course a lot of locals come and just enjoy it.”

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Elk Hunting Permits Now For Sale

Jul 14, 2017 · Basin Now · News

If you’re dreaming of getting a bull elk hunting permit for this fall then your dream can come true. All you need to do is get online and buy it. 30,000 rifle and muzzleloader permits went on sale on July 11th and while they are a hot item, DWR officials say it usually takes a few weeks to sell out.

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Fire Marshal Gives Warning

Jul 14, 2017 · Basin Now · News

State fire restrictions are to be taken seriously and local citations have been given out. Uintah County Fire Marshal Jeremy Raymond reports that, as an example, on Saturday alone multiple fires were started and several citations were issued.