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.

June 2022

Red River Trail ox cart travelers pass through Crookston

June 20, 2022

In Winnipegger Terry Doerksen's words, "the magical song of the ox cart would again be sung on the trail!" Terry and his wife, Patty, are retracing the traditional Metis trade route along the Red River Trail traveling from Winnipeg to St. Paul by ox and cart, and they recently came through Crookston.

Senior Legion Goes .500 in South Dakota

June 20, 2022

Crookston’s Senior Legion team traveled to Lennox, SD for the Dakota Classic Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19. The Pirates went 2-2 and finished third in their pool.

Dee Manufacturing LLC wins UMC Teambacker Scramble

June 20, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston Teambackers hosted a golf outing at Minakwa on Friday, June 17. The team sponsored by Dee Manufacturing LLC—Mike Christopherson, Trey Christopherson, Ethan Christopherson, Charles Eickhof and Mike Anderson—took first in Flight A with a team score of 59.

Superintendent Olson: June Community Communications

June 20, 2022

Greetings from Crookston Public Schools! Every year we work to improve how we serve students as we continue our commitment to excellence. Excellence is a journey and we know that it takes a lot of work and dedication.

June 20, 2022

I was among the millions of people who flocked to movie theaters recently to see “Top Gun: Maverick.” It’s one of the best movies I’ve seen in a few years. My friend Lt.

June 20, 2022

Officers, deputies and troopers reported 1,798 seat belt citations and 69 child restraint citations during the twoweek seat belt campaign, which included extra patrols and awareness efforts. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety coordinates the enforcement, education and awareness campaign with funding provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Altru and Universal Health Services sign letter of intent to expand inpatient behavioral health

June 20, 2022

Altru Health System and Universal Health Services (NYSE: UHS) have signed a letter of intent to work together in expanding inpatient behavioral health services. The two entities are exploring opportunities for an inpatient behavioral health facility in Grand Forks. The goal for this facility would be to increase the bed capacity that is currently available at Altru and accommodate both adult and pediatric patients.

NDSU professor receives grant for breast cancer research

June 20, 2022

Wenfang Sun, James A. Meier Senior Professor of chemistry and biochemistry, has received a $431,850 grant from the U.S.

DNR: Take the pledge to prevent aquatic invasive species spread

June 20, 2022

Heading into the summer recreation season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is rolling out a new online pledge to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Anyone 18 or older can go to the new Pledge to Protect Minnesota Waters page of the DNR website (mndnr.gov/AISPledge) to take the pledge and upload a photo, if desired.

June 20, 2022

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) sponsors an annual Traveling Art Exhibit which visits northwest Minnesota communities throughout the year. The exhibit includes 17 original pieces of art by regional adult and student artists, chosen from works submitted for our annual juried exhibit.