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Santa’s Community Effort Angel Trees Now Up; Donations Accepted

Santa’s Community Effort Angel Trees Now Up; Donations Accepted

Dec 2, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

For over 10 years, the Rotary Club of Vernal has worked with Santa to ensure Uintah Basin children have something to open under the tree on Christmas morning. The Angel Trees for Santa’s Community Effort are now up and community members can select tags in order to donate presents for local kids on Christmas morning. […]

23-Year-Old Roosevelt Man Arrested For Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor

23-Year-Old Roosevelt Man Arrested For Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor

Dec 1, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

A Roosevelt man was arrested this week after the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office, the Utah Internet Crimes Against Children(ICAC) Task Force, and Roosevelt Police Department served a search warrant on his residence. According to the Sheriff’s Office announcement, the 23-year-old male was arrested for 8 counts of 2nd degree felony Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. […]

EPA Announces Emission Controls For Uintah And Ouray Indian Reservation

EPA Announces Emission Controls For Uintah And Ouray Indian Reservation

Dec 1, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah and Ouray Indian Reservation will soon have new regulations to consider when it comes to emissions from oil and natural gas operations. Though not yet published in the Federal Register, the EPA approved the ‘Federal Implementation Plan for Managing Emissions from Oil and Natural Gas Sources on Indian Country Lands within the Uintah […]

MOU Signed For Support Of Downtown Vernal Plan And Projects

MOU Signed For Support Of Downtown Vernal Plan And Projects

Dec 1, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah County and Vernal City have entered into an interlocal agreement outlining both parties’ support of the renovation of Downtown Vernal. The MOU noted funding contributions agreed to and was approved during the joint City/County meeting held on Monday. The document states that Uintah County shall transfer funds for Downtown Development projects to Vernal City […]

Don’t Miss Vernal Oilers Teddy Bear Toss This Weekend

Don’t Miss Vernal Oilers Teddy Bear Toss This Weekend

Dec 1, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Tossing teddy bears is a cherished part of the game of hockey and the Vernal Oilers are hosting their charity event this weekend. Last season the Oilers and their fans flooded the ice with hundreds of stuffed animals to help those in need. They have teamed up once again with the Uintah County Sheriff’s Offices […]

Fundraisers Underway For Perry Family After Tragic Fatal Accident

Fundraisers Underway For Perry Family After Tragic Fatal Accident

Dec 1, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The community is rallying around a local family after a tragic accident on Monday evening. Utah Highway Patrol reported that winter conditions including snow, winds, and icy roads caused a vehicle to lose control, resulting in the death of the driver and serious injuries to the passenger. The family has identified that the life lost […]

Beware of the Package Grinch!

Beware of the Package Grinch!

Nov 30, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

The spirit of Christmas is in the air but it’s still important to watch for a Grinch or two out to take what isn’t theirs. Package theft is always a risk, shares Vernal City Assistant Police Chief Keith Campbell. “During this time of year, do not leave packages unattended after delivery,” shares Campbell. “Have a […]

DWR On Wildlife Sightings And Encounters

DWR On Wildlife Sightings And Encounters

Nov 30, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Mountain lions, cougars, and bears, oh my! Posts on social media lately are proof that wildlife encounters do happen in the Uintah Basin and are sometimes caught on doorbell or security cameras. The Division of Wildlife Resources shares that as snow falls in the mountains, wildlife move to lower elevations looking for food and while […]

Community Invited to Annual Angel of Hope Ceremony

Community Invited to Annual Angel of Hope Ceremony

Nov 30, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

All are invited to a ceremony that provides a special opportunity to find support and remember children lost too soon. Vernal’s Angel of Hope is one of many around the world based on Richard Paul Evans’ best selling book, The Christmas Box. In the story, a bereaved mother finds comfort at her daughter’s grave which […]

Are Wolves Killing Calves Near Meeker, Colorado?

Are Wolves Killing Calves Near Meeker, Colorado?

Nov 30, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

An initial investigation into what killed livestock this fall near Meeker, Colorado has not led to any definitive answers. Ranchers reported the death of about 18 calves and Colorado Parks and Wildlife investigators thought that wolves might be responsible though the state’s only confirmed pack had not been recorded anywhere near that area. The investigation […]

UBAOG Makes Two Quick Requests From Uintah Basin Residents

UBAOG Makes Two Quick Requests From Uintah Basin Residents

Nov 30, 2022 · Kristin Forbis · News

Representatives from the Uintah Basin Association of Governments took some time during the Vernal Chamber luncheon on Tuesday to encourage Uintah Basin residents to help with two efforts. First is the Utah Internet Speed Test Campaign. All Utahns are asked to report their internet speed at work, home, and wherever they connect to broadband. This […]

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