Duchesne Airport Master Plan Public Open House
The public is invited to be part of the process as officials plan for the future of the airport in Duchesne City. In fact, a Master Plan public open house will be held next week.
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Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo Truly The ‘Greatest Show On Dirt’
You’ve heard the Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo called the ‘Greatest Show On Dirt’ and this year that is especially proving true. It’s a wonderful show each year but this year is extra special, shares Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo vice president Carson Young.
Freedom Fest Patriotic Program Inspires
With the 740 American flags in the Field of Flags setting the tone in the background, a special patriotic program was held on Sunday at the Ashley Valley Community Park. Veteran Hollis Haws was recognized by the Freedom Fest Committee for “extraordinary service to our Community and to our Country.”
Ute Indian Tribe Fights for Tribal Governments Before the U.S. Supreme Court
Ft. Duchesne, UT (July 6, 2021) — On Friday, June 25, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision on the distribution of Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) to Indian tribes. Under the CARES Act, CRF payments were intended for tribal, state and local governments.
Congressman Blake Moore Hosting Townhall Events in Uintah & Daggett Counties
A Utah Congressman wants to hear from the citizens of Utah’s 1st District and is making the trip to northeastern Utah to get the input in person.
Dinah Decorating Contest Winners Means It’s Rodeo Time in Vernal
You’ve seen the Dinah displays around Vernal and that means it's time for Vernal’s Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo! For the Dinah competition..
DWR: Razorback Suckers May Get Reclassified Under Endangered Species Act
A press release from the Division of Wildlife Resources shares that due to a lot of hard work and partnerships among several state and federal organizations, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing to reclassify the status of the razorback sucker from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
Missing 10-Year-Old Girl Found Safe
A missing child that the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office asked the public to watch for has been found safe. The 10-year-old female had been reported missing Tuesday evening.
Horses Gathered in Uintah County Euthanized Due to EIA; Investigation Continues
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) has been confirmed in feral horses gathered in Uintah County resulting in several horses being euthanized. According to a report in EquiManagement magazine, the Utah State Veterinarian confirmed that at least 4 cases were discovered while 18 horses had been exposed, prompting na official quarantine and traceback of possible exposure.
20 Years Since Roosevelt Police Chief Cecil F. Gurr Killed On Duty
20 years ago the Uintah Basin lost a local hero in the line of duty. Roosevelt Police Chief Cecil F. Gurr was killed on July 6th, 2001. The Officer Down Memorial Page at odmp.org shares the tragic events from that day. “A convenience store clerk called police after witnessing a male subject forcing a woman into his car.
Dr. B on Effectiveness of the COVID-19 Vaccine
Local medical professional, Dr. Karl Breitenbach MD, has a message for the public about the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccinations. “I’ve been so excited by the fact that these COVID vaccines are very effective,” states Dr. B. “In the studies of the Moderna vaccine and the Pfizer vaccine, they were quoted in the case of the Moderna vaccine as 94 percent effective and Pfizer 95 percent effective.
Recycling Option Now Offered in Roosevelt
A rural recycling option is now available in Roosevelt City. The Recyclops company uses a tech-driven smart routing app to efficiently gather recycled items from households in rural areas. A Forbes magazine highlight stated that Recyclops serves over 3,500 homes in rural areas across multiple states since its inception in 2014.