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.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE HAS NO CONSCIENCE

Romans 12: 2 “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Those of us that have reached that elderly status in life remember Johnny Carson. That one man set the bar for late night comedy and the profession has been struggling ever since to catch up with an icon that in the opinion of many is not achievable.

The Moose

I spent the last full week of May with my wildlife biologist colleagues from all over North America, some from as far away as Sweden, Finland, and Japan. We gathered in Grand Portage, Minnesota, to learn and share research and information about one of the most iconic mammals of the world: moose, Alces alces.

STUDY: Minnesota losing $6.6 billion in investment to other states with taxes, workforce, cited as top barriers

The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce’s Grow Minnesota program released a study today on business expansion trends in Minnesota. The report, packed with interesting facts and figures, is designed for policymakers and decision-makers to understand better the exact economic climate impacting our state. Grow Minnesota!, a program to support businesses and help them expand and grow right here in Minnesota, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.

LINDA C. BLACK HOROSCOPES

Nancy Black, Tribune Content Agency TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (05/31/23). This year illuminates long-term dreams.

Business Registration Opens for Northern Valley Career Expo

The Northern Valley Career Expo planning committee is pleased to announce that business exhibitor registration is now open for the 11th annual one-day career exploration event. The expo is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, 2023 to take place at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota on the main arena floor.

At Highest Levels Ever – will Farmland Values Stabilize in 2023?

Farmland values in most of eastern North Dakota and northwest Minnesota have hit the highest levels ever! “The record levels through this spring were fueled by USDA’s projected record high 2022 net farm income,” says Jayson Menke, Acres & Shares farmland broker. “The extra cash on hand has limited the impact of recent interest rates hikes on land values.” In May, the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis published its first-quarter 2023 agriculture credit conditions survey.

Shrek the Musical playing now in Grand Forks

The Greater Grand Forks Community Theatre along with Visit Greater Grand Forks and the Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks, and Region is proud to present Shrek the Musical at UND’s Burtness Theatre. Shows run May 31-June 3 at 7:30pm, June 4 at 2:00pm, and June 6-10 at 7:30pm. Tickets can be purchased on our website: ggfct. com or by calling the box office at 701-746-0847. This musical is fun for the whole family!

Hugo’s Family Marketplace in Foston, MN celebrates Grand Opening

Hugo’s Family Marketplace, along with Hugo’s Wine & Spirits and Hugo’s Xpress in Fosston, MN will be celebrating their Grand Opening from May 27th – June 16th, 2023. Hugo’s Family Marketplace, along with Hugo’s Family Pharmacy, Bistro 300, Hugo’s Wine & Spirits, and the Hugo’s Xpress Gas Station/ Convenience Store, offers something for everyone.