BLM to combat invasive annual Grasses in Carbon County
PRICE, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management, in cooperation with the United States Wildland Fire Service, plans to conduct aerial herbicide treatments from Oct. 26 through Nov. 13, 2026, as weather permits. The treatment area includes approximately 3,875 acres in the Clarks Valley area of Carbon County, approximately seven miles east of Wellington, Utah.
via ETV NewsWellingtonOctober 23, 2026
Principal Paulie Vogrinec speaks Wellington Elementary’s first quarter
“We have adopted a couple of new programs,” Vogrinec said. “One is for our interventions, and we're really excited about it. We've tested our students, and we've got them placed in very targeted intervention groups. So we're really excited to see what our data looks like and the progress.
via Castle Country RadioWellingtonOctober 14, 2026
Carbon County considers two major energy projects
PRICE – The Carbon County Planning Commission tabled consideration of a proposed technology park east of Wellington during its Oct. 6 meeting, requesting additional information before deciding on a conditional use permit for the development.
via ETV NewsPriceOctober 7, 2026
Carbon High School Announces Senior Yearbook Dedication Ads
Carbon High School announced that senior parents can purchase dedication ads in the school yearbook to honor graduating students. The announcement follows a series of school events and academic milestones at the Price-based institution.
HelperOriginally published October 6, 2026
Wellington Man Kenneth Plehn Passes Away at Age 43
Kenneth "Kenny" Scott Plehn, 43, passed away on October 6, 2026, due to complications from Type 1 diabetes. Funeral services are scheduled for October 16 in Wellington, Utah.
WellingtonOriginally published October 5, 2026
Wellington Man Kenneth Plehn Passes Away at 43
Kenneth "Kenny" Scott Plehn, 43, of Wellington, Utah, passed away on October 6, 2026, due to complications from Type 1 diabetes. A visual design graduate and lifelong enthusiast of superheroes, Plehn is survived by four children and a large extended family.
WellingtonOriginally published October 5, 2026