Elaine Marie Painter

May 29, 2020 | Obituaries

57 June 22 Montrose Elaine Marie Painter was born June 22, 1962, in Yankton, to Leonard and Erna (Pinkelman) Kuchta. She lost her battle with cancer and is now home with her almighty God and Father.  Elaine attended elementary school in Menominee, Neb., and then...

Johnson running for states attorney

May 29, 2020 | News

Sarah Ebeling | Writer Although this year’s election year looks a little different than elections in past years, candidates still want voters to know about them and what they have to offer.  Crystal Johnson is no different. The married mother of three is running...

Patrons speak both against and in favor of board’s decision

May 29, 2020 | News

Sarah Ebeling | Writer The Tri-Valley School board met via teleconference on Monday, May 11.  During the meeting, four people spoke, giving their opinion on the board’s recent decision to build a new school in Crooks.  The first speaker, Kathleen Puttmann,...