Valley County Health Department has received reports confirming 12 positive COVID persons. Symptoms began May 7 through this past weekend, which means that these persons were contagious in the community beginning May 5. Each of these 12 persons have been sick enough to seek medical care. Roosevelt County had one active COVID cases as of Friday, May 13. There have been 74 COVID-related deaths

After some discussion, Roosevelt County commissioners approved the renewal of their health insurance plan with Joint Powers Trust during their meeting on Tuesday, May 3. When the topic was opened, Commissioner Duane Nygaard said, “From the experience that I’ve had, I don’t know if we want to keep it.” Commissioner Gary Mcdonald agreed with the concerns of service. The monthly rate

Bainville, Brockton, Culbertson and Froid schools have all set graduation plans for May. Brockton High School will be up first, hosting a ceremony for eight seniors May 13. Graduating seniors include Bayzel Alexander, Jaidyn Edmisten, Spirit Feather, Jonathan Fire Cloud, Ethan Longtree, Ziktcana Roberts, Rita Track and Jewell Youpee. Attendees are welcome in the school gym starting at 6 p.m.

By James Walling The County Cupboard food bank in Culbertson has received some looked-for financial assistance aimed at combating increased traffic and grocery prices. Ashlee Anderson told the Community News that three donors have shored up the food bank’s operations with considerable donations. Culbertson’s Oilfield Waste Logistics contributed $1,000, with Hopa Mountain (Bozeman) contributing

By Bill Vander Weele Ian Walker was re-elected to the Culbertson School Board during the election on Tuesday, May 3. Walker received 122 votes in the election. Shadd Cullinan had 82 votes. Elected to serve on the Froid School Board were Troy Sundheim with 96 votes and incumbent Ryan Young with 69 votes. Aaron Nordwick received 49 votes in the election. Froid’s voters approved a general

By James Walling The Culbertson Museum is open for the season as of May 9. Museum organizers told the Community News at press time that they are almost finished with upgrades to the meat room. Approximately 70 students from Poplar School are scheduled to visit the museum May 24. School groups interested in visiting should call 406-787-6230 for more information. The Culbertson Museum

The Larry Reitz Knights of Columbus Council worked hard Sunday, May 8, to serve the annual Mother’s Day brunch following Mass. The Knights served the gathering ham, pancakes, scrambled eggs and fresh diced fruit. Grand knight Gregg La-Batte received corsages for the mothers and residents at the Roosevelt Memorial Nursing Home. The Knights purchased matching table decorations and settings