To The Crookston Times readers,

It is with regret that CherryRoad Media announces the closing of The Crookston Times

Our company is dedicated to the preservation of community journalism. Since the purchase of our 1st paper in late-2020 to today, we have prided ourselves on our ability to fight the difficult battle that newspapers face in today’s digital society. Unfortunately, that battle cannot always be won.

The Crookston Times has struggled in recent years to find its footing in this community. Since purchasing The Crookston Times, CherryRoad Media has been unable to avoid financial losses every month. The paper was losing money when we bought it, and it continued to do so. We must now come to terms with the fact that we do not have a path forward to sustainability.

And we thank those who have supported us.

April 2022

Letter: Thanks to all those who worked to save our community and Trinity Lutheran Church

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you.” Isaiah 43:2 On behalf of the faith community of Trinity Lutheran, I want to convey our deepest thanks to everyone who helped in any way to secure our City of Crookston from the threats of flooding. Our city leaders and city staff spent many hours in disaster response.

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Letter of Gratitude from UMN Crookston Cinco Committee

On behalf of the University of Minnesota Crookston, with support of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging, the planning committee offers thanks for celebrating in community with us at The Fiesta in the Spirit of Cinco de Mayo celebration this past Friday, April 22, 2022. It was wonderful to affirm the presence of our growing Hispanic community in Northwest Minnesota through celebration of Mexican culture, traditions, and heritage.

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Benedictine Crookston to participate in National Skilled Nursing Care Week with multiple events

Benedictine Living Community Crookston is excited to participate in National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW) from May 8-14, 2022. The NSNCW 2022 theme, “Creating and Nurturing Connections,” will celebrate skilled nursing centers, and their residents and staff. Established as an annual, week-long observance by the American Health Care Association (AHCA) in 1967, NSNCW provides an opportunity to recognize the essential role of skilled nursing care centers in caring for America’s elders and individuals with disabilities.

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Traditions return to Northland Community & Technical College’s commencement ceremonies

The traditional jubilation of graduation will be on full display for the Class of 2022 and their families and guests during Northland Community & Technical College's Spring Commencement. For the first time in two years, Northland will hold in-person graduations to honor more than 700 graduates during two campus ceremonies. The Thief River Falls campus will celebrate its ceremony on Thursday, May 12, in the Northland gymnasium at 6:30 p.m., with a reception to follow in the Gunderson Commons. Northland's East Grand Forks campus will hold its ceremony on Friday, May 13, at 11 a.m. in the Chester Fritz Auditorium, Grand Forks, ND.

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ECFE Pool Night: Great attendance

Crookston Early Childhood Family Education held their pool event at the Crookston Community Pool April 25 and had great attendance. ECFE Parent Educator Gina Gunderson shared that 20 plus children attended with their parents and grandparents exploring the water, and, for some, it was the first time at the pool. "Lots of giggles, squeals, and splashing were heard and such a joy watching families enjoying time together!" said Gunderson. "Thank you to the Crookston Community Pool and the lifeguards for allowing this event to take place! I would encourage families to consider utilizing the pool during open swim hours and enjoy the experience with your children!" (Submitted photos)

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