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

Fisher fights flood with help of area volunteers

Rising waters of the Red Lake River posed a threat to the city of Fisher late Sunday, April 24 to early Monday, April 25 and area volunteers rose to the occasion to help sandbag. Minnesota National Guard, who were activated by Governor Tim Walz for flood response, assisted with building up their levee and multiple pumps helped to protect homes near the areas in risk of flooding.

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Tuesday 8 a.m. – City reminds residents to stay away from levee systems and temporary clay embankments

City of Crookston As of 8:00 am today, the Red Lake River level at Crookston was 23.96 feet and is continuing to slowly recede.  The Crookston Emergency Operation Center(EOC) remains open and will continue to monitor river levels, levee systems, and future weather predictions.… Login to continue reading Login…

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