Vernal PD: Pedestrian Vehicle Accident Results In Fatality
On Saturday 10-30-2021 at approximately 08:00 AM, a 66 year old adult male was struck by a vehicle in the crosswalk at 500 West Main Street in Vernal.
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Manila High Students Take On ‘Uintas National Scenic Byway’ Project
Thanks to a ‘Love Our Byways’ grant from Toyota, 39 ninth and tenth grade Earth Science and Biology students from Manila High School enjoyed a unique volunteer experience last month.
ACLU Shows No Sign Of Backing Off Daggett County In Jail Lawsuit
Daggett County is ready to move on from the 2017 jail scandal but the American Civil Liberties Union has made it clear they have no intention of backing off their lawsuit that remains against the county. The former sheriff and four former deputies tied to the inmate abuse have gone through the court process on a variety of charges.
Final Two Days For Haunt And UnHaunt To Benefit Local Charities
It’s the final two days of the Hotel Vernal Haunt which means the effort to scare up donations for local charities is at its peak. Actually, for those that have no desire to be scared for a good cause, there are two final opportunities to visit the Haunt during the light of day for the Un-Haunt on Friday and Saturday from 3:30pm to 5pm.
Skinwalker Ranch Continues To Fascinate, This Time With Mysterious Blue Light
Just in for Halloween, the mysteries of Skinwalker Ranch are stirring up attention online and at home here in the Uintah Basin. Over the last 5 days, countless photos have been shared online of mysterious blue beams of light shining high into the sky.
COVID-19 Transmission Index and Update (10/28-11/3)
As of Thursday, October 28th, TriCounty Health Department reported 8,259 total COVID-19 cases in the tri-county area to date, an increase of 38 new cases from the day before. There have been no COVID-19 related deaths in the last 7 days keeping the count at 64 deaths to date.
Get That Dinosaur National Monument Stamp In Your National Parks Passport
The joy of collecting stamps in passports is just one more way the pandemic messed with a good thing but Dinosaur National Monument has found a way around it.
Congressman Moore Comments on Uinta Rail Project
Congressman Blake Moore shared his perspective on supporting the Uinta railway project during a meeting with the Rural Utah Chamber Coalition on Tuesday in Washington D.C.. Building positive relationships with federal agencies is something Congressman Moore focuses on in order to advocate for the needs of his constituents.
Drug Court Graduates Celebrated; Community Invited To Learn About Program
A program that many know little to nothing about is doing a lot of good in the community. Uintah County Drug Court held its quarterly graduation on Tuesday celebrating two individuals who completed the 18 month program and both of whom hope to spread the word so that more people can find help and success like they have.
Crowd-Favorite ‘Addams Family’ Just One Of Many Great High School Musicals Happening
There is a great lineup of high school musicals over the next month in the Uintah Basin.
BLM Announces Public Scoping On Amendments to Resource Management Plans
If you’re like most people, the name John Dingell doesn't ring a bell but the Bureau of Land Management is hoping the public will take an interest in offering feedback as they begin a process involving the Dingell Act. The Dingell Act is short for the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act.
Ashley Regional Medical Center Gives COVID-19 Update
Thankfully, the rate of COVID-19 is headed in the right direction but that doesn't mean it’s time to abandon caution. Ashley Regional Medical Center reports that they are still seeing many sick individuals coming into the hospital. The hospital's latest data shows that of the 20 hospitalized COVID-19 patients, 90 percent are unvaccinated.