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Vernal schools game day, Thursday, Oct. 8: Uintah vs. Mountain View, Provo vs. Uintah
Uintah (Vernal) and Mountain View (Orem) meet in 4A football at 6 p.m. Provo and Uintah (Vernal) meet in 4A girls volleyball at 6:30 p.m.
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Human remains found near Vernal, officials confirm
UINTAH COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Human remains have been found near Vernal, officials have confirmed. According to the Uintah County Sheriff's Office, on September 27, law enforcement officials and other assisting agencies found skeletal human remains in a remote area of Little Mountain, which is approximately 15 miles northwest of Vernal.
Humans remains found in remote area near Vernal
Officials confirm skeletal human remains were found in a remote area northwest of Vernal Wednesday evening. It is currently believed to be linked to the remains found on September 27.
Timpanogos tops Uintah 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball
Timpanogos (Orem) beat Uintah (Vernal) 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball on Tuesday, Oct. 6, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Prescribed Fires Planned Through End Of Year On Ashley National Forest | Basin Now
Prescribed burning is happening through the end of the year within the Duchesne-Roosevelt Ranger District and the Vernal and Flaming Gorge Ranger Districts of the Ashley National Forest, as conditions allow. It’s important for the public to note that while smoke may be visible, the Forest Service works closely with air quality specialists and closely monitors smoke during prescribed fires.
Vernal Resident and BYU Football Standout Curg Belcher Passes Away
Curg Warren Belcher, a former BYU standout and longtime educator, passed away on October 1, 2026. He was 81 years old and a resident of Vernal, Utah.
Final Season Of Hotel Vernal Haunt Opens Next Weekend | Basin Now
It’s the final year of the Hotel Vernal Haunt and the experience opens next week. The Hotel Vernal Haunt started in 2018 and has raised an amazing $454,000 for local charities since it began. It takes a massive volunteer effort each year. The 2025 Haunt had over 300 volunteers who gave an accumulated 8,000 volunteer hours.
Orem tops Uintah 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball
Orem beat Uintah (Vernal) 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Mountain View tops Uintah 1-0 in 4A girls soccer
Mountain View (Orem) beat Uintah (Vernal) 1-0 in 4A girls soccer on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Northeastern Utah Hunters Asked To Have Deer Tested For CWD | Basin Now
Hunters are again being asked to bring their harvested deer to various check stations across Utah during this fall’s hunts so DWR biologists can test the animals for chronic wasting disease in an effort to better track the disease in the state. The DWR will provide free CWD tests for deer harvested from the Book Cliffs, Vernal/Bonanza and Diamond Mountain units.
DWR Sandhill Crane Viewing Events Coming Up In Vernal Area | Basin Now
Sandhill cranes attract bird watchers to western states every year. If you are lucky enough to live near a field in the Uintah Basin, you are likely already familiar with the rattling call of these large migratory birds. "Sandhill cranes are fascinating birds," shares DWR Northeastern Region Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby.
Uintah County Sheriff Steve Labrum Elected President of Utah Sheriffs Association
Uintah County Sheriff Steve Labrum has been elected president of the Utah Sheriffs Association for the 2026–2027 term. Labrum succeeds Kane County Sheriff Tracy Glover and will lead the association's executive team.
Vernal Planning Commission to Hold Hearing on Oct. 13 for Rezone
The Vernal City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 13, 2026, to discuss a rezone request and several ordinance amendments. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Vernal City Council Chambers.
Deer Creek and Uintah tie 3-3 in 4A girls soccer
Deer Creek (Heber City) and Uintah (Vernal) tied 3-3 in 4A girls soccer on Tuesday, Sept. 29, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Vernal Planning Commission to hold hearing on Oct. 13 regarding rezone
The Vernal City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 13, 2026, to discuss a subdivision rezone and several amendments to the city's planning and zoning code. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Vernal City Council Chambers.
Wasatch tops Uintah 3-1 in 4A girls volleyball
Wasatch (Heber City) beat Uintah (Vernal) 3-1 in 4A girls volleyball on Tuesday, Sept. 29, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Vernal Downtown 'Trick Or Treat Street' Plans Announced | Basin Now
Halloween is on the last Saturday of October but be sure to note that a favorite annual Halloween event is happening the Saturday before. “Formerly known as the Mayor’s Walk, Trick or Treat Street is Vernal’s biggest Halloween celebration, bringing thousands of families downtown for a safe and festive night of trick-or-treating,” shares the announcement.
UBTech Spotlighted for Community Impact and Specialized Training Programs
Uintah Basin Technical College, known as UBTech, is being spotlighted for its community-driven impact and specialized training programs. The college provides hands-on learning through various campuses and specialized labs to meet regional workforce demands.
Vernal City Council Scheduled for Special Meeting Sept. 30
The Vernal City Council will hold a special meeting on Sept. 30, 2026, to conduct standing business and a closed session. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Vernal City Community Room.
Ashley Regional Medical Center Expands Speech Therapy Services in Vernal
Ashley Regional Medical Center has added Gaven Spears, M.S., CF-SLP, to its Rehabilitation Services team as a Speech-Language Pathologist. The move aims to expand access to speech therapy services and reduce patient wait times throughout the Uintah Basin.
Vernal man jailed for allegedly tying up, sexually abusing 13-year-old girl
Woman charged after pointing firearm at man photographing fire in Salt Lake City At the time of the abuse, the victim was 13 years old. On more than one occasion, the 13-year-old stated that she was restrained in Potter’s camper against her will.
Traffic Stop Reveals Stolen Jeep; Driver Charged | Basin Now
According to the Probable Cause Statement, on September 23rd in Uintah County, 18-year-old Alexander Antillon was driving a black Jeep with no license plate. A traffic stop was conducted in the Vernal area and a records check of the vehicle's VIN number showed the vehicle was reported stolen out of the Wasatch Front.
Man Being Held On No Bail For Alleged Child Rape And Kidnapping | Basin Now
A man is being held on no bail in the Uintah County Jail following a child rape investigation. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, Officers responded to an incident where a female child, between the ages of 12 and 14 years of age, disclosed that she had been raped by an adult male in Vernal City and Uintah County.
Desert Thunder Raceway Concludes 2026 Season with Multi-Division Wins
Desert Thunder Raceway concluded its 2026 racing season with a series of events in late September, featuring winners such as Zane DeVilbiss and Payce Herrera. The track, located in Price, Utah, hosted multiple divisions including IMCA Modifieds and Northern Sport Mods during the seasonal finale.
Mountain View tops Uintah 3-0 in girls volleyball; 1 more Vernal result
Wasatch defeated Uintah 2-0 in girls soccer. Mountain View defeated Uintah 3-0 in girls volleyball.
Un maestro peruano podría tener que irse y la comunidad de Vernal busca ayudarlo
José “pepe” Mendoza llegó a Utah en 2022 junto a su esposa y sus dos hijos, buscando un nuevo reto profesional. Lo hizo con una visa J-1 para maestros internacionales, que ahora está próxima a vencer. José “pepe” Mendoza llegó desde Perú para enseñar español en vernal, pero su visa vencerá el próximo año.
Vernal Oilers Make Jump To NCDC West Conference; Away Game Tonight | Basin Now
After winning back-to-back Premier National Championships, the Vernal Oilers have made the jump this season from USPHL Premier to the National Collegiate Development Conference and tonight is their season opener. The Vernal Oilers and McCall Smokejumpers are joining the Casper Warbirds, Park City Outliers, and Rock Springs Miners in the West Conference Mountain Division.
Vernal Man Held On Felony Weapon Violation | Basin Now
According to the Probable Cause Statement, on September 19, 2026, in Uintah County, Caleb Abney was located at approximately 1500 West US-40 in Vernal after a report that three suspects had left Walmart on foot after stuffing merchandise under their shirts and into a backpack. Assisting officers located three individuals matching that description.
Spartans ready for Region 13 Championship after solid basin performance
ROOSEVELT — The Emery Spartans golf team completed its final tune-up before the postseason with a pair of strong performances in the Uintah Basin on Sept. 21-22. The Spartans competed on back-to-back days, first traveling to Vernal for the Dinaland Golf Course Invitational before wrapping up play at Roosevelt Golf Course in a state-qualifying event.
Carbon Golf finishes strong, eyes region title on home course
ROOSEVELT — The Carbon Dinos golf team wrapped up its regular season with a pair of strong performances in the Uintah Basin on Sept. 21-22, competing at Dinaland Golf Course in Vernal and Roosevelt Golf Course before turning their focus to the postseason.
Peruvian teacher with expiring visa focus of campaign to keep him at Vernal school
The spring before he started, just three students were qualified enough in Spanish to take part in a college-level class. "I try to use all my professional background, my expertise and try to channel all those skills to the benefit of my students here in Vernal," said Mendoza, originally from Peru and teaching in the school's dual-language immersion program with a J-1 visa.
Emery golfers take on two very different courses in as many days
Emery golfers started the week on the road in the Uintah Basin with back-to-back matches on Monday and Tuesday. The Spartans opened the week at the Dinaland Course in Vernal and finished third with a 331. On Tuesday, they were at the Roosevelt Golf Course, home of the Union Cougars.
Vernal City Council Scheduled Special Meeting for September 23
The Vernal City Council was scheduled to hold a special meeting on September 23, 2026. The meeting was set to take place in the Vernal City Community Room.
Search And Rescue Stabilize Woman With Broken Ankle For Airlift At Via Ferrata | Basin Now
On Saturday, September 19, Uintah County Search and Rescue was dispatched to [the] Via Ferrata, northwest of Vernal at the Ashley Gorge, on a female with a broken ankle,” shares the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office. “Search and rescue members hiked into the area where the injured female was located and was able to stabilize her for airlift.
Woman rescued after ankle injury at Ashley Gorge near Vernal
A woman with a broken ankle was rescued from the Via Ferrata route at Ashley Gorge, northwest of Vernal, according to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office. The rescue happened Saturday, Sept.
Uintah School Board votes to study potential closure of UMS
The Uintah School Board voted 4-1 on Sept. 21 to begin a state-mandated study regarding the potential closure of Uintah Middle School at the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
Utah State Courts Hosting Townhall Event In Vernal | Basin Now
Utah State Courts is bringing a ‘Utah Court Connect’ townhall event to Vernal next month on October 28th. The Utah State Courts announcement states, “Join the Utah Courts for a conversation to learn about how courts function, how community members can engage with the courts, and what resources are available to the public.