Another school has closed its classrooms this week due to illness as COVID-19 new cases continue to surge, although both the closure of Sunnyside Intermediate School and St. Jude Thaddeus School are due to a number of illnesses, officials say.

Havre Public Schools announced Wednesday that Sunnyside Intermediate School would transition to remote learning today and Friday due to staff shortages, although meals still will be provided.

A remote plan is in place for staff, students and parents.

Superintendent Craig Mueller said COVID-related student absences are high, but so are absences rela...