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.
The Uintah County Library Main Branch hosted a Kids Cafe event scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026. The program provides free snacks to children and teens to help address nutrition gaps during out-of-school hours.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
