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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Joe’s Diner in Crookston announces temporary closure

June 20, 2022

Joe's Diner in Crookston recently announced on social media it will be closed through the summer and will reopen Labor Day due to multiple reasons such as staffing, inflation, food trucks and summer weather drawing people to the lake.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office warns public of reported scam

June 20, 2022

On June 16, 2022 the Polk County Sheriff’s Office received a reported scam from a citizen of Polk County. The scammer contacted the citizen on the phone and the caller ID showed 218-281-0431 which is the number for the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

UpTown! band performs at Crookston Library

June 20, 2022

UpTown! band performs outside the Crookston Library June 16 A closer look at UpTown! band's performance outside the Crookston Library Photos by Jess Bengtson A nice crowd came out to watch UpTown! perform outside the Crookston Library .

Crookston Chamber co-host of Midwest Ag Summit June 28

June 20, 2022

The Crookston Chamber and other regional Chambers of Commerce are set to host the Midwest Agriculture Summit event on June 28 in Fargo. This Summit will review the current and future state of agriculture.

Red River Trail ox cart travelers pass through Crookston

June 19, 2022

Managing Editor Jess Bengtson In Winnipegger Terry Doerksen’s words, “the magical song of the ox cart would again be sung on the trail!” Terry and… Login to continue reading Login…

Scruffy Tails Humane Society gives presentation to City Council

June 15, 2022

Scruffy Tails Humane Society, formerly known as the Humane Society of Polk County, gave a presentation to the City Council at their June 13 meeting and went over their history, mission, vision, financial overview, recent improvements, services provided, projects and future plans in hopes to connect better with the council and community. Humane Society board members Nancy Sykes and Diane Christianson, and manager, Nicole Heskin, each spoke about what the shelter has been up to.