End in Sight for Litigation Between BLM/OHV and Conservation Groups
A decade long dispute between environmental groups against the BLM and OHV advocates is nearing an end with a settlement filed in U.S. District Court last week.
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No Such Thing as Safe Ice
When it comes to ice fishing, the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office takes the approach that there is no such thing as safe ice. “Ice conditions can fluctuate drastically over short times and distances,” shares the Sheriff’s Office.
Big Change for Utah’s Deer Hunt
Thousands of deer hunters will be applying for their 2017 Utah deer hunting permit next week and the Division of Wildlife Resources has a major change these hunters will want to know regarding preference points.
Roosevelt Winterfest Set to Shatter Winter Blues
Snow arrived in satisfying amounts this month, paving the way for fun activities at this year’s Roosevelt Winterfest. On January 20th and 21st, community activities will be held throughout the City as a celebration to get friends and neighbors out and break up any winter blues.
Uintah County Commission Approves Reinvestment Project Area
The Uintah County Commission, meeting as the Redevelopment Agency(RDA), approved a reinvestment project area during last week’s Commission meeting.
Basin Reservoir Added to Mercury Advisory List
A Basin reservoir has been added to the state’s mercury advisory list by the state Department of Environmental Quality. Big Sand Wash in Duchesne County is now added to the list that advises Utah citizens of types of fish to limit intake due to elevated levels of arsenic, mercury, selenium or other materials.
Roosevelt City Annexation Opens Door for Funding
Roosevelt City Council’s approval for annexation of Stonegate isn’t a guarantee that the subdivision will receive sewer services but it opens the door for the City to pursue funding.
Study Shows Value of Agriculture to Utah’s Economy
The Uintah Basin is a significant contributors to Utah’s agriculture industry and a new study puts that value in perspective on a state level.
Freshman Credited with Opening Door for Ute Wrestling Team Win
The Uintah Ute wrestlers had a great weekend. The team placed first at the Thoman Soda Ash Memorial Tournament in Green River but the winning pin wasn’t the most exciting match of the tournament.
Federal Judge Orders Investigation on Economic Effects of EPA Regulations
A federal judge is requiring the EPA to evaluate the economic impact of amped up environmental regulations in recent years. While this is good news for struggling coal communities and a struggling energy industry, it is still too late to fully reverse the destruction to coal and power plant communities but it could slow down future damage.
Basin Man Charged with Multiple Thefts Around Basin
An increase in home and business robberies have kept law enforcement throughout the Basin busy investigating as well as arresting and charging those responsible. One man arrested and charged with thefts in Duchesne and Uintah County utilized storage sheds to stash his stolen treasures.
Coach McClellan Named 4A Coach of the Year
A local former coach will be honored this week by the Utah High School Activities Association with a Distinguished Service Award. Coach Robin McClellan has been selected as Utah’s 2016 4A Coach of the Year and will be presented with her award at a ceremony on Wednesday in Orem.