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

Zebra mussels confirmed in Union Lake in Polk County

July 18, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Union Lake, near Erskine in Polk County.

Crookston times hosts town hall to review community builder position

July 18, 2024

Join us for an engaging community discussion The Crookston Times is excited to invite all community members to a town hall meeting this Friday, August… Login to continue reading Login…

Communication among wildlife

July 18, 2024

In the animal kingdom, communication is accomplished in many ways: vocalizations, body language, scents, sounds, and other signals.

July 18, 2024

Lake Agassiz Regional Library is pleased to announce a Request for Proposals (RFP) to create an artistic design for metal book return boxes at the following locations: Mahnomen Public Library, Crookston Public Library, Fertile Public Library, Halstad Library LINK Site.

What is country cooking?

July 18, 2024

Country cuisine can be enjoyed anywhere but is perhaps most synonymous with the southeastern region of the United States.

Auxiliary attends state convention

July 18, 2024

The American Legion Auxiliary held their 104* State Convention at the Willmar Convention Center on July 11-13.Auxiliary members from the local area attending were: Sharon Lanctot, President of Unit 20, Crookston and District 9 Secretary; Margee Keller, Vice President of Unit 20, District 9 Treasurer and Dept AEF Chairman, Crookston and Jean Walker, President of Unit 27, Warren, District Parliamentarian, Past State President and Dept NEC attended.Sharon Cross of Unit 14, Bemidji, State President of the Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary presided.

Minnesota Crookston Men’s Basketball Earns NABC Team Academic Excellence Award; Three Named to NABC Honors Court

July 18, 2024

The University of Minnesota Crookston men’s basketball team was a recipient of the 2023-24 National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Team Academic Excellence Award.

July 18, 2024

Northern Valley Youth Orchestras, based in Grand Forks, announces registration for its 2024-25 programs for young musicians.

July 18, 2024

Seven organizations in Crookston, Thief River Falls, Roseau, and Bemidji received a combined $100,000 in funding to support welcoming and inclusion efforts in their communities.The Northwest Minnesota Foundation approved the grant funding for proposals committed to advancing welcoming communities through intentional focus on improving the inclusion of newcomers and/or underrepresented community members.

American Crystal Sugar makes donation to Crookston Fire Department

July 18, 2024

American Crystal Sugar is proud to award the Crookston Fire Department a check for $5,000 to help with the purchase of Personal Protective equipment along with tools and other equipment to better allow the Crookston Fire Department to respond to hazardous material responses and confined space rescue emergencies.