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A volunteer-run haunted hotel in eastern Utah will host its final night on Halloween after eight years of spooky exhibits and an estimated $600,000 raised for local charities. The popular Hotel Vernal Haunt is closing its doors after this season, as the deteriorating old hotel is set for demolition come April.
The Vernal City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 10, 2026, to consider several amendments to the city's Planning and Zoning Code. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Vernal City Council Chambers.
Tomorrow night marks the end of a very scary, very generous era. The Hotel Vernal Haunt will welcome guests for the last time to scare the charity right out of them. This month has been an amazing final hurrah for the volunteers behind the scenes and community members lining up to be spooked.
A Roosevelt man is behind bars after breaking into a Uintah County home and attacking two men inside. According to the Probable Cause Statement, on October 27th, deputies responded to the area of 4500 South Vernal Avenue. Durrell Miller was located in front of a residence near 250 East 4500 South.
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has issued an Environmental Assessment for the Mikaela Well Pad in northeastern Utah. The Official signed a decision record approving two Applications for Permit to Drill authorizing applicant Anschutz Exploration Corporation to horizontally drill natural gas wells from the Mikaela Well Pad.
The Naples City Police Department, Uintah Fire District, Vernal City Police Department, and Uintah County Sheriff’s Office worked collaboratively to investigate the reports and locate the source of the odor. The source was ultimately identified within Naples City, where the business involved determined the cause of the incident and took corrective action to resolve the issue.
Vernal City has once again been named a ‘Healthy Utah Community’ by Get Healthy Utah in partnership with the Utah League of Cities and Towns. Vernal was one of the first communities to receive this designation back in 2020. “Since then, Vernal has continued working to create a healthier, more connected community,” shares the Vernal City announcement.
U.S. Senator John Curtis visited Washington County to discuss regional challenges including housing affordability, water conservation, and infrastructure permitting reform. During his two-day visit, Curtis acknowledged that economic frustrations remain high for Utah residents and addressed the impact of international conflicts on domestic costs.
U.S. Senator John Curtis visited Washington County to discuss economic growth, housing affordability, and water conservation with local leaders and residents. During his two-day visit, Curtis addressed concerns regarding the cost of living and the potential impact of federal permitting reform on local infrastructure projects.
Jennie Earl is a candidate for the Utah State Board of Education District 1 seat. In a report published October 29, 2026, Earl shared her priorities and experiences through a survey conducted by the Standard-Examiner.
Zach Thomas, a candidate for the Ogden School Board District 6 seat, is prioritizing community engagement and communication, according to a report published October 29. Thomas aims to address district challenges including food insecurity, school safety, and the rise of artificial intelligence.
Utah Valley women's cross country team won its first Big West title on Saturday in Riverside, Calif. The victory marks the third conference championship for the program in four seasons.
BYU's women's team and Colorado's men's team won the 2026 Big 12 Cross Country Championship in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The event took place at the Greiner Family OSU Cross Country Course.