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.

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Summer Scholars Academy Offered by Northland Community & Technical College to Boost College Readiness

Future college students will now have the opportunity to bolster their mathematics skills and ease the transition to college courses with Northland’s Summer Scholars Academy. The Summer Scholars Academy is a free program that will run from July 12 through August 3, 2022, on Northland’s East Grand Forks campus.

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The U.S. Department of Education Releases Proposed Changes to Title IX Regulations, Invites Public Comment

U.S. Department of Education In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX – the landmark civil rights law that has opened doors for generations of women and girls – the U.S. Department of Education released for public comment proposed changes to the regulations that help elementary and secondary schools and colleges and universities implement this vital legislation. The proposed amendments will restore crucial protections for students who are victims of sexual harassment, assault, and sex-based discrimination – a critical safety net for survivors that was weakened under previous regulations. The proposed regulations will advance educational equity and opportunity for women and girls across the country to ensure that every student in America, from kindergarten through a doctorate degree, can achieve her dreams. “Over the last 50 years, Title IX has paved the way for millions of girls and women to access equal opportunity in our nation’s schools and has been instrumental in combating sexual assault and sexual violence in educational settings,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of this landmark law, our proposed changes will allow us to continue that progress and ensure all our nation’s students – no matter where they live, who they are, or whom they love – can learn, grow, and thrive in school. We welcome public comment on these critical regulations so we can further the Biden-Harris Administration’s mission of creating educational environments free from sex discrimination and sexual violence.” The proposed regula

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Polk County airboat sinks during buoy installation

An airboat owned by the Polk County Sheriff's Office sank to the bottom of Maple Lake on June 22 during buoy installation and two sheriff's deputies were transported to Essentia Health in Fosston for non-life threatening injuries. The other two passengers, two Polk County Highway Department personnel, were uninjured and all four passengers were wearing life jackets at the time of the incident.

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Former Minnesota Viking Tommy Kramer makes appearance in Crookston

Former Minnesota Viking Tommy Kramer, right, made a scheduled appearance at IC Muggs June 24 to sign autographs and take photos with fans including Crookston Times Sports Editor Natalie Dillon, who is shown on the left. Kramer played for the Vikings from 1977- 1989 with career highlights in 1986 when he was named the National Football League's (NFL) Comeback Player of the Year, played in the Pro Bowl and was a NFL passer rating leader. Kramer also made an appearance at the Crookston Eagles Club June 24 where country music singer Dariann Leigh was hosting a concert fundraiser for Crookston Ox Cart Days. (Submitted photo)

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Ox Cart Days kicks off their summer cookouts at Hugo’s

Crookston Ox Cart Days festival kicked off their summer cookouts at Hugo's Family Marketplace on June 21 by selling brats, chips and a drink for $5 as part of a fundraiser. Pictured are American Federal Bank volunteers Stephanie Overgaard, Dan Erdman (who is also part of the festival executive committee) and Stacy Montalvo. Other cookouts will be held July 19 and August 16. (Photo by Jess Bengtson)

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Removal of the temporary clay levee by the fire hall started

Removal of the temporary clay levee, as shown here on South Main Street in front of the Crookston Fire Department, began Monday, June 20 causing a brief road closure. Crews will continue to work on the area and on-and-off closures may occur. Previously, Public Works Director Brandon Carlson said in order for the city to be reimbursed for the temporary levee during the spring flooding of the Red Lake River they would have to remove it but the city may consider re-adding a temporary levee if there are additional high water concerns. (Photo by Jess Bengtson)

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