CROOKSTON, MINN. —Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. has named Tracey J. Sundeen as its new Director of Head Start. Sundeen brings more than 38 years of leadership experience in Head Start, Early Head Start, Community Action programs, and federal grant administration. In her new role, Sundeen will provide executive leadership for Tri-Valley’s large, multi-site Head Start
CROOKSTON, MINN. — New Year, New Routes, New Opportunities! Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is excited to announce that beginning January 1, 2027, T.H.E. Bus (Tri-Valley Heartland Express) will expand its public transportation services to Roseau and Lake of the Woods counties! This expansion marks an exciting opportunity to connect more communities across northwest Minnesota with
Through the Camino al Éxito | Path to Success mentoring program, one of our mentees received a donated tablet, a t-shirt, and a book as recognition for her dedication and commitment. When she first joined the program, she needed support to pass her Algebra course. Despite facing challenging circumstances, she consistently attended her virtual sessions
Community Invited to Grand Opening & Open House August 14, 2026 BLUE EARTH, MINN. — Tri-Valley Head Start is proud to announce the grand opening of its brand-new early childhood center in Blue Earth, Minnesota. Community members are invited to join the celebration at a special open house on August 14, 2026, from 12:00 p.m.
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,
