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.

News

Workforce Development Scholarships awarded to 65 M State students

September 7, 2022

Submitted (September 6, 2022) - Sixty-five Minnesota State Community and Technical College students enrolled in degree and diploma programs that lead to high-demand occupations have been awarded $2,500 scholarships this academic year, thanks to the Minnesota Legislature's Workforce Development Scholarship program. Eligible M State students pursuing careers in the fields of advanced manufacturing, agriculture, early childhood education, healthcare services, information technology and transportation have received a combined total of $162,500 in Workforce Development Scholarships for the 2022-23 academic year.

MSU Moorhead successfully completes HLC Year 4 Assurance Review

September 7, 2022

Moorhead, Minn., Sept. 6, 2022 – Minnesota State University Moorhead received confirmation in August from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) that the university successfully completed its Year 4 Assurance Review with all areas met, reflecting strengths across all core areas.

September 7, 2022

ST. PAUL, Minn.

Rescued Relics, Country Cottage Opens Next to Sista’s Corner

September 7, 2022

Sisters Cynthia Kaushagen and Lisa Thompson opened their stores Rescued Relics and Country Cottage next to Sista’s Corner on August 20 during Ox Cart Days. The stores offer a wide variety of items including picture frames, dishes, books, blankets, magazines and much more.

September 7, 2022

After sharing interim superintendent Dave Kuehn's message about changes in food services for the 2022-23 school year, the Times had readers reach out regarding P-EBT payments this summer. To answer readers' questions, the Times interviewed Anna Ogaard-Brekken, Crookston's Food Service Director.

Benedictine Living Community-Crookston Thanks United Way of Crookston Supporters

September 5, 2022

Submitted Benedictine-Crookston wishes to thank all area citizens who helped support the United Way 2022 campaign with their generous donations. “We are so blessed to be part of the Crookston community where people give from the heart,” Administrator Lindsey Erdman said.

September 5, 2022

Submitted On Thursday, September 1 at approximately 2:40 pm, the Minnesota State Patrol responded to HWY 75 at County Road 21, Angus Township in Polk County, for a two-vehicle crash. Jacob Waldorf of Warren, MN drove his Grand AM east-bound on County Road 21 when he crossed over HWY 75, colliding with Joann Papke of Clearbrook, MN in her Honda Civic going south-bound on HWY 75.

Polk County Accident Report

September 5, 2022

Submitted On August 31st at approximately 2:20pm, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to 340th Ave SW near the intersection of 110th St SW, rural East Grand Forks, for a reported pedestrian that had been struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian, 46-year old Donald Howard of Oklee, was reportedly securing a load on a trailer when he was struck by the vehicle driven by 41-year old Kristina Potucek of Warren.