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- StoryUintah County GOP Chairman Discusses Election And Filling Treasurer Vacancy | Basin NowPosted 2 hours ago · basinnow.com
- StorySkeletal Human Remains Found During Two Searches In Uintah County | Basin NowPosted 2 hours ago · basinnow.com
Utah’s housing market stabilizes slightly, but affordability barriers remain - @theU
Kem C. Gardner Institute Research finds high prices and borrowing costs continue to challenge buyers as Utah prepares for substantial housing demand.
Intermountain Healthcare Schedules BLS Skills Classes for November 2026
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled two Heartcode Basic Life Support skills classes for November 2026 in Logan and Ogden. The training sessions, designed for healthcare professionals, focus on high-quality CPR and AED usage.
NHL Executives Discuss Rising Skills and Salary Trends in 2026-27 Season Opening
NHL executives discussed early-season trends, including increased player skill levels and shifting salary landscapes, during a roundtable discussion. The discussion featured general managers from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa Senators, and Utah Mammoth.
UDOT Releases Summer 2026 Innovation Review Focusing on Maintenance and Construction
UDOT released the first part of its Summer 2026 Innovation Review on October 2, 2026, highlighting 41 innovations received between June 1 and the end of August. This initial report focuses on advancements in maintenance, planning, preconstruction, and construction.
Johnson Family Statement On Potential Eminent Domain Proceedings By Uintah County | Basin Now
The Uintah County Commission recently announced that they are considering Eminent Domain proceedings on land owned by two private property owners in Ashley Gorge. Utah Law defines Eminent Domain, sometimes referred to as Condemnation, as the power of a government entity to take privately owned property and convert it to public use without the owner’s consent and with just compensation.
Kids Cafe Event Scheduled for Uintah County Library Main Branch
The Uintah County Library's Main Branch hosted a Kids Cafe event scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The program aims to provide balanced nutrition and combat hunger for children and teens.
Kids Cafe Event Scheduled at Uintah County Library Main Branch
The Uintah County Library Main Branch hosted a Kids Cafe event for children and teens. The program aims to provide free snacks and nutritious meals to help bridge nutrition gaps for children.
Kids Cafe Scheduled for Uintah County Library Main Branch
The Uintah County Library's Main Branch hosted a Kids Cafe event scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026. The program provides free snacks to children and teens to help address nutrition gaps during out-of-school hours.
Uintah County Library to Host Wiggles & Giggles for Children
The Uintah County Library Main Branch has scheduled a Wiggles & Giggles event for children. The session is designed to help children learn music through singing, dancing, and playing instruments.
Uintah County Library Schedules Wiggles & Giggles for Children
The Uintah County Library Main Branch scheduled a Wiggles & Giggles music session for children. The program focuses on music and motion to help improve fine motor skills.
BLM Approves Two Drill Permits in Uintah County
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office issued an Environmental Assessment for the Tungsten Well Pad. The decision record approves two drilling applications for gas wells in Uintah County.
Kids Cafe Scheduled at Uintah County Library Main Branch
The Uintah County Library Main Branch hosted a Kids Cafe event for children and teens. The program aims to provide nutrition to vulnerable children during out-of-school hours.
Uintah County Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Fentanyl Distribution
A Utah man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison following a guilty plea for drug distribution. The charges were linked to a fatal overdose that occurred in September 2023.
Uintah County to Consider Legal Steps for Ashley Gorge Access
The Uintah County Commission is considering a resolution to take legal steps to secure permanent access to the Ashley Gorge Property. This move aims to protect long-term public access along the existing Ashley Gorge Road.
Uintah County man sentenced to prison for supplying fentanyl that killed woman
Jerod Arthur Young, 50, of Fort Duchesne, pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl on March 26. Attorney's Office, District of Utah, said in a press release that Young sold the fentanyl to the woman for profit on Nov. Young has a history of drug trafficking, with convictions from 1997, 2015, and 2023.
Uintah County Library Releases September 2026 Newsletter and Summer Reading Results
The Uintah County Library released its September 2026 newsletter, highlighting staff development, summer reading statistics, and upcoming community events.
Uintah County Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Fatal Fentanyl Sale
Jerod Arthur Young, a 50-year-old man from Fort Duchesne, has been sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that caused a death. The sentence follows a guilty plea regarding a November 2023 incident involving a fatal transaction.
Uintah County to Consider Resolution for Permanent Access to Ashley Gorge Property
The Uintah County Commission will consider a resolution to take legal steps toward securing permanent access to the Ashley Gorge Property. This action aims to protect public access along the existing Ashley Gorge Road.
Uintah County Planning Commission Schedules September 16 Meeting
The Uintah County Planning Commission has scheduled a meeting for September 16, 2026, to discuss land use ordinance amendments and a conditional use permit.
Uintah County Man Sentenced to 151 Months for Fatal Fentanyl Sale
Jerod Arthur Young, 50, was sentenced to 151 months in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that caused the death of a victim in Fort Duchesne. The sentencing, handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Howard C. Nielson Jr., follows Young's 2026 guilty plea and a history of drug trafficking convictions.
Uintah County authorizes eminent domain for Ashley Gorge Road access
Uintah County commissioners approved a resolution to initiate eminent domain proceedings regarding land needed for access to the Ashley Springs Property. The move aims to resolve ownership and use disputes involving Ashley Gorge Road.
Kidnapping And Robbery Charges Filed Against Uintah County Man | Basin Now
A man has been charged with kidnapping and robbery in Uintah County. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Finley Hartman showed up uninvited to his ex-girlfriend's place of work after she had recently blocked him from all communication.
Man Charged With Forcible Sexual Abuse In Uintah County | Basin Now
A man was charged this week with felony sexual abuse following an alleged incident last week which resulted in the man’s arrest. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Jeriah Kolong was staying in the same home as the victim and entered the victim’s bedroom around 4am while they were asleep.
Uintah County Library Scheduled Wiggles and Giggles Music Program
The Uintah County Library's Main Branch scheduled a music-focused program for children. The Wiggles & Giggles event was designed for children aged 0 to 5 years old.
BLM Approves Up To 12 Gas Wells At Knight Well Pad In Uintah County | Basin Now
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has approved new gas wells in Uintah County. This week's announcement states that the signed decision record approves four Applications for Permit to Drill authorizing the applicant, Anschutz Exploration Corporation, to horizontally drill gas wells from the Knight Well Pad.
Uintah County Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Alert | Basin Now
The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office is the latest agency to issue a scam alert hoping to help you protect your hard earned money. “The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office has recently investigated multiple fraud cases involving scammers impersonating banks,” shares the announcement.
Wiggles & Giggles Program Held at Uintah County Library
The Uintah County Library's Main Branch hosted the Wiggles & Giggles program for children. The session focused on music and motor skills through singing and dancing.
Kids Cafe Program Hosted at Uintah County Library Main Branch
The Uintah County Library Main Branch hosted a Kids Cafe event designed to provide free snacks and nutrition to local youth. The program aims to support children, tweens, and teens through balanced meals during out-of-school hours.
