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

Boys’ basketball gives up early lead to Thief River Falls

February 2, 2022

The Crookston Pirates boys’ basketball team fell to section opponent Thief River Falls (TRF) 42-80 on Monday, January 31. Just as they have the past few games, the Pirates took an early lead but gave it up as they hit a scoring draught late in the first half.

UMC softball has record start to season

February 2, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston softball team opened up the 2022 season 3-1 in the Minot Bubble, the best start in program history. The Golden Eagles' lone loss came to The Golden Eagles' lone loss came to host Minot State on Sunday 0-3.

Braxton Volker Earns 100th Career Win in Home Dual

January 31, 2022

The Crookston Pirates wrestling team may have lost both matches against Detroit Lakes and West Central Area, but they had reason to celebrate as Braxton Volker picked up his 100th career win. “That’s a huge milestone,” head coach Wes Hanson said.

Golden Eagle Hockey Third in Division After Weekend Split

January 31, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston men's hockey team split with St. Cloud State on the road this weekend, moving them into third place in the WCCHA Northwest Division.

Men’s Basketball Starting to Click

January 31, 2022

The University of Minnesota Crookston men’s basketball team split results this weekend against Wayne State and Augustana, going 3-2 in their last five games. “It took us a while to figure out our chemistry,” head coach Dan Weisse said.

Boys’ Hockey Earns Season Sweep of Park Rapids

January 31, 2022

After a 6-0 loss to Hibbing on Friday, the Crookston Pirates boys’ hockey team responded with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Park Rapids for the season sweep on Saturday. The Pirates got off to a slow start, however, putting just six shots on goal in the first period without a goal.

Girls’ Hockey Finishes Busy Week 3-1

January 31, 2022

After defeating Detroit Lakes and Bemidji, the Crookston Pirates girls’ hockey team finished their busy week 3-1, defeating East Grand Forks (EGF) 3-1 but losing to Fergus Falls 3-4 in OT. The Green Wave lost to Thief River and Bemidji going into Friday’s game, giving the Pirates an extra incentive to win.

Kick and Jazz Compete

January 31, 2022

The Crookston Pirates dance team competed in Bemidji and at Conference on Thursday, January 27 and Friday, January 28. Conference, which was originally scheduled for January 21 but postponed due to weather, was held in Detroit Lakes.

Hesby Records Double-Double in Win over Fisher-Climax

January 31, 2022

The Crookston Pirates boys’ basketball team picked up its third win of the season over Fisher-Climax behind senior Jacob Hesby’s double-double performance. Hesby gave the Pirates their first points going 1-3 from the line after being fouled shooting a three.

Pirates’ defense stifles Ada-Borup

January 26, 2022

The Crookston Pirates girls' basketball team allowed just 24 points in its victory over Ada-Borup on Tuesday, January 25. Despite a slow start, the Pirates found their groove eight minutes into the first half when they went on a 21-0 run.