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DWR: High Uintas Waterbody Treatments To Help Restore Native Cutthroat Trout

DWR: High Uintas Waterbody Treatments To Help Restore Native Cutthroat Trout

Jul 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

For the third consecutive year, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will be coordinating with the Ashley National Forest to conduct follow-up treatments to two drainages in the High Uintas to help restore native Colorado River cutthroat trout. This year, biologists will be conducting the treatments in the following areas in the High Uintas: Oweep […]

Green River Makes List Of Most Beautiful Rivers In The World

Green River Makes List Of Most Beautiful Rivers In The World

Jul 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

There’s been a lot of local talk about the beautiful Green River with the Outlaw Trail production of ‘Let’s Go – A John Wesley Powell Story’ underway but the river has another spotlight on it as well. Paddling Magazine has included the Green River as number 10 on their list of the 17 Most Beautiful […]

Utah Wildlife Board Approves Updates To Conservation Permit Programs

Utah Wildlife Board Approves Updates To Conservation Permit Programs

Jul 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Utah Wildlife Board approved a few updates to the Conservation Permit Program during Thursday’s public meeting. “Since 2001, conservation permits have generated more than $80 million dollars for conservation work in Utah,” says DWR Wildlife Section Chief Covy Jones. “The conservation and expo permit funding has led to the enhancement of thousands of acres […]

Drier Weather Brings Near Critical Fire Weather Conditions

Drier Weather Brings Near Critical Fire Weather Conditions

Jul 3, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Fire officials ask that all citizens remember to use Fire Sense while celebrating the Independence Day holiday. Fireworks are always illegal on federal lands and officials are encouraging citizens to enjoy public firework shows and not take unnecessary risk with fireworks though there are no additional fire restrictions in place in northeastern Utah.  The need […]

Man On Probation Arrested After Openly Stealing From Myton Family Dollar

Man On Probation Arrested After Openly Stealing From Myton Family Dollar

Jul 2, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A man on probation was arrested last week after openly stealing from the Myton Family Dollar Store. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 20-year-old Kane Olvera-Swain walked into the store, walked past the cashier station, grabbed a drink out of the cooler, and walked back out the door. The store manager showed officers in-store […]

Ashley National Forest Reminds Visitors of Camping Stay Limits

Ashley National Forest Reminds Visitors of Camping Stay Limits

Jul 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Ashley National Forest continues to remind the public that there is in fact a stay limit for dispersed camping meaning it is not okay to park your camper in a favorite camping spot for the duration of the summer season. “The Forest continues to see increasing numbers of people enjoying the outdoors by dispersed camping,” […]

Utahns Urged To Drive Sober During July Holidays

Utahns Urged To Drive Sober During July Holidays

Jul 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Utahns enjoy celebrating during the month of July and Utah Highway Patrol as well as other agencies will be watching to deter, detect, and remove impaired drivers from the roadways. “Utahns are excited to celebrate Independence and Pioneer Days this month,” shares UHP Lt. Zachary Randall. “Before you go out, please plan ahead and arrange […]

Duchesne County Independence Day Holiday Celebrations

Duchesne County Independence Day Holiday Celebrations

Jul 2, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Communities throughout the Uintah Basin will be celebrating the Independence Day holiday this weekend. A few of the experiences include the following: The Bluebell community Annual Independence Day Celebration will be held July 4th at the Bluebell Park with breakfast at 7am and the flag ceremony at 9am. All Veterans and soldiers eat free! The […]

Arby’s Visit Leads To Stolen Card; Investigation Leads To Arrest

Arby’s Visit Leads To Stolen Card; Investigation Leads To Arrest

Jul 2, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A visit to the Roosevelt Arby’s left one customer missing their financial card which was then used by an employee for a shopping spree. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Roosevelt PD was contacted by the victim about a lost card that had been used for multiple transactions, including purchases at Family Dollar, Maverick, […]

CIB Awards Daggett County Funds For New Medical Clinic

CIB Awards Daggett County Funds For New Medical Clinic

Jul 1, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A much needed clinic will finally be constructed in Daggett County after funding lined up to make it a reality. The Daggett County Commission announced in their July newsletter the following: “A portion of mineral lease fees are returned to the Community Impact Board (CIB) to distribute to impacted communities. Daggett County falls under the […]

Restoring Famous Roadside Landmarks Results In Beautification Award

Restoring Famous Roadside Landmarks Results In Beautification Award

Jul 1, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Every famous star has a team of stylists and designers behind the scenes and the local stars of the dino variety are no different. The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce has recognized the team keeping Vernal’s famous roadside landmarks, Dinah and T-Rex, looking their very best. The Vernal City public facilities crew, specifically Wayne Smith, […]

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