The Minnesota Head Start Association has named Amelia Castillo a 2026 Head Start Hero, recognizing her decades of service, advocacy and commitment to children and families across southern Minnesota. The Minnesota Head Start Association’s annual Head Start Hero Award recognizes individuals whose lives reflect resilience, dedication, and a deep commitment to strengthening families and communities.
Tri-Valley Transportation recently held a new event for bus drivers, bringing together drivers for a day of friendly competition, skill-building, and fun. The event challenged participants to navigate a course designed to test precision driving skills that are used every day while serving passengers. Drivers maneuvered through a variety of obstacles that highlighted the importance
(Story courtesy of Zephyr James, Office of Transit and Active Transportation)Tri‑Valley Opportunity Council has been on a remarkable trajectory — expanding facilities, modernizing its fleet, and embracing low‑emission vehicles. Last year they broke ground on a new 9,105‑square‑foot transit facility in Crookston, and in May of 2026 they welcomed the public to an open house of the new
After years of dedicated service to Tri-Valley Transportation Programs, two longtime drivers are being recognized for the incredible milestones they achieved before recently retiring. Their commitment, reliability, and care for the communities they served left a lasting impact on thousands of riders throughout the region. Over the course of 23 years with Tri-Valley, Daryl Thompson
The annual Tri-Valley Transportation Programs staff banquet was held on Saturday, May 1, providing a wonderful opportunity for employees to come together and celebrate another successful year. The evening acknowledged the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of staff who continue to deliver dependable transportation services to the communities we serve. Attendees enjoyed a meal, fellowship,
CROOKSTON, Minn. — Beginning May 29 through Sept. 4, the Tri-Valley Administrative Office building will close to walk-in visitors at noon on Fridays. The agency will continue operating during its regular business hours, and Tri-Valley programs and staff will remain available by email and by phone at 800-584-7020 or 218-281-5832. Tri-Valley’s regular business hours are
Katie Clubb, M.D., was recognized with the prestigious Plate of Bounty Award at the National AgFamilies Head Start Association conference, held March 11 in Costa Mesa, Calif. Established in 1999 by the National Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Association—now known as the National AgFamilies Head Start Association—the Plate of Bounty Award honors individuals who have
CROOKSTON, Minn. — The public is invited to step inside something new. Tri-Valley Transportation Programs will host an open house celebrating its new bus garage on Wednesday, May 27, from 2–4 p.m. at 1430 Guthrie Street in Crookston. Community members are encouraged to tour the newly built facility, see where Tri-Valley buses call home, and
Written By Casey Holland (Senior Insurance & Risk Advisor) Marsh McLennan Agency Over the past several years, Ashley Broden, Director of Human Resources, and Hannah Sczepanski, HR Generalist, have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to reducing workers’ compensation insurance premiums for Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. Their approach centers on close collaboration with employees and department heads,
Partnership with St. Luke’s Lutheran Care Center Expands Free Early Childhood Services for Local Agricultural Families (Blue Earth, Minn.) – Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of a new Head Start center in Blue Earth, Minnesota. This center is made possible through a collaborative partnership with St. Luke’s Lutheran Care
