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.

Sports

Meseck Promoted to Head Volleyball Coach; Cariveau Elevated to Assistant Coach

October 10, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston volleyball program announced the promotion of Nick Meseck to head volleyball coach. Meseck has been serving as interim head coach since June 9, 2022.

T-wolves ease Towns back in after illness, hospitalization

October 5, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns has returned to the court for practice with the Minnesota Timberwolves, after a delayed start to training camp due to an unspecified illness that was serious enough to warrant hospitalization.

Boys soccer

October 5, 2022

Elliot has also been doing a great job on defense and a team captain. Elliot is also a great role model in school and a team player .

Girl’s Volleyball

October 5, 2022

Danielle has developed into a great libero for our team. Every day she shows up ready to challenge herself and is always wanting feed back from coaches on how to improve. As a sophomore Dani has a great natural volleyball sense on the court and she always has a positive mindset!

Vikings still winning despite offense’s unfulfilling drives

October 5, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The upside for the Minnesota Vikings is clear: They've finished the first quarter of their first season under new head coach Kevin O'Connell by managing to build a firm foundation with a 3-1 record.

October 5, 2022

TOPEKA, Kan. – The University of Minnesota Crookston men’s golf team finished fifth of 12 teams at the Ichabod Invitational at Topeka Country Club in Topeka, Kan. The Golden Eagles put together rounds of 304, 209, and 308 for a combined score of 911. UMN Crookston has placed fifth or above in tournaments this fall, including taking second of 11 teams at the Bemidji State University Invitational.

Minnesota Crookston Falls 3-0 on the Road to St. Cloud State

October 3, 2022

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Crookston women’s soccer team conceded goals late in each period as they fell 3-0 to St. Cloud State University in a night tilt Friday, September 30 at Husky Stadium in St. Cloud, Minn.

October 3, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston men’s golf team will continue the 2022-23 season at the Ichabod Invitational Monday, October 3 and Tuesday, October 4 at Topeka Country Club in Topeka, Kan. Minnesota Crookston has had a strong start to the 2022-23 season.

October 3, 2022

Crookston, Minn. – Augustana, who has lost four out of their last five matches in NSIC play, left no doubt on Friday, sweeping Minnesota Crookston (17-25, 19-25, 18-25) to get back on the right track.

Minnesota Crookston Baseball to Hold First Alumni Day and Banquet during Homecoming October 8

September 28, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston is ramping up their annual alumni game by turning it into the first UMN Crookston Baseball Alumni Day Saturday, October 8. The day will start off with a UMC Teambackers Tailgate at the UMN Crookston Baseball Field beginning at 11 a.m. The alumni game will commence with first pitch at 1 p.m. It will be followed by an alumni social at the Crookston Inn (Scobey’s Pub and Grub).