The Thrive Symposium, themed Adapting While Keeping What Matters, will be held in the Shepherd Union Building. The event aims to bring faculty together to explore strategies for navigating teaching and learning amid institutional and environmental changes in higher education.
The Ashley Valley Water and Sewer Improvement District Board of Trustees has announced a rescheduling of its regularly scheduled Board Meeting.
Utah's property tax relief landscape is shaped by complex legislative efforts and existing state programs designed to assist elderly and low-income residents. While recent legislative attempts like SB0197 sought to expand deferral access, current state laws maintain specific income and age thresholds for various credits and exemptions.
Vernal, Utah, set a new Guinness World Record on August 28, 2026, by gathering 804 people dressed as dinosaurs. The record-breaking event took place during the Dinah "Soar" Days Event to honor individuals battling cancer.
A record-breaking gathering of 804 people dressed as dinosaurs occurred in Vernal, Utah. The event was held during the Dinah Soar Days Event to honor those battling cancer.
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.
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.
The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office has made several approvals on projects in Uintah County. 2 mile to reach an alternate take out point on the White River. The Pelican Reservoir Eurasian Milfoil Treatment project was approved, authorizing the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to conduct herbicide treatments in Pelican Reservoir over a three-year period.
Fredrick "Rick" William Wright, 54, died following an automobile accident in Duchesne County on August 28, 2026. Wright, a Vernal resident and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, was survived by his daughters, granddaughters, parents, and siblings.
Weber State University's Department of Art and Design has announced several upcoming exhibitions and lectures for the Fall 2026 term.
An explainer regarding the Ashley Valley Water & Sewer Improvement District, its leadership, and its role in the community.
Don’t forget to get out your dinosaur costume and head down to the Lamplighter Block in Vernal this evening to help secure the Guinness World Record Attempt for the largest gathering of people dressed as dinosaurs. The current Guinness World Record is 682 dinosaurs and the goal is to have over 1000 participants dressed as dinosaurs in downtown Vernal.
Weber State University has added two new members to its Board of Trustees. Aimee Martinez Thoman and Emmett Busby joined the 10-person governing board on Aug. 27.
The Vernal City Council will hold a public hearing on September 2, 2026, to consider funding applications for the State of Utah's Permanent Community Impact Fund Board. The meeting will address projects involving pedestrian safety on Highway 40 and waterline replacements.
The Frank & Lisa Richards Mathematics Lecture Series is scheduled to feature Dr. Beth Malmskog. The event aims to highlight the utility and beauty of mathematics through a presentation on error-correcting codes.
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Colorado State Patrol confirmed the arrest of two men in Vernal, Utah, connected to a fatal hit-and-run that happened in Colorado's Mesa County in the early morning hours of August 24th. A Denver 7 news report shares that 48-year-old Aaron Mackinnon was taken into custody in Vernal and is charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving a death.
The Shaw Gallery has announced upcoming exhibitions, including a group exhibition titled Of This Place: Great Basin Neighbors. This exhibition features work by several Newe, Numu, Nuche, and Diné artists and is free to the public.
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.
A Vernal man is being held on no bail after being arrested on multiple offenses. According to the Probable Cause Statement, on August 19th, Richard Hodges drove a motor vehicle upon a highway while his Utah driver’s license was suspended. 22 caliber Colt Single Action revolver was located under the driver’s seat of the vehicle.
Utah's first public via ferrata course, which is the largest in North America, is attracting thousands of visitors to the Vernal area. The course, funded by the Access Utah Foundation, is boosting local tourism and hotel stays in Uintah County.
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The Lady Spartans were on the road on Monday, traveling to Vernal to face the Uintah Utes. The Utes play in the 4A classification, and that didn't matter much to the Spartans as they took the straight-set win. Emery has just a pair of games left before they start Region 13 play, making it through the non-region portion of the schedule with a 2-3 record.
VERNAL – The Emery Lady Spartans traveled to the Uintah Basin on Monday evening and turned in a strong performance as the young season continues, sweeping the Uintah Utes in straight sets. Uintah entered the matchup battle-tested after already playing 11 matches this season, including a tournament over the weekend.
The Utah Department of Transportation is planning improvements to the intersection of SR-121 (500 North) and 1500 West in Vernal. The project aims to enhance traffic flow, improve safety, and accommodate current and future traffic volumes.
Matt Tate is the recipient of this quarter’s Vernal Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Public Service Award. “For more than two decades, Matt has made serving others a priority, giving countless hours to families, children, and organizations throughout the Uintah Basin,” shares the Vernal Chamber announcement.
The Vernal City Council will hold a public hearing on September 2, 2026, regarding the issuance of water and sewer revenue bonds. The proposed bonds aim to fund various water and sewer system improvements.
The Vernal City Council authorized the issuance of water and sewer revenue bonds in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. The funds are intended for water and sewer system improvements and related issuance costs.
Ashley Regional Medical Center has added Don Messick, MD, to its medical staff as a general surgeon. The move is intended to expand access to surgical care for patients in the Uintah Basin.
An adventurous pair of best friends have a special delivery for the Uintah Community Center(rec center) and will be in Vernal next week to make the delivery. Sam and Ryan with Extreme Motus Wheelchairs have gained fame online showing the world that nature and adventure can be accessible to everyone.
Matt Tate has been named the recipient of the Quarterly Outstanding Public Service Award for his decades of volunteer work in the Uintah Basin. His contributions include founding Santa's Angels and serving in various community leadership roles.
The Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce Public Relations Committee has presented several individuals with the Quarterly Outstanding Public Service Award for their contributions to the Uintah Basin community.
The Vernal City Council will hold a public hearing on September 2, 2026, to consider a proposed rezoning request for a property on South Vernal Avenue. The hearing will take place at the Vernal City Hall Council Chambers.
Vernal City has scheduled a public hearing for September 2, 2026, to discuss the sale of several property parcels. The meeting will take place at the Vernal City Hall Council Chambers.
