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.

American Crystal Sugar donates to Scruffy Tails Human Society

American Crystal Sugar is proud to award Scruffy Tails Humane Society a check for $5,000 to help with badly needed renovations to give the dogs and cats a safe, secure, and enriching environment. The Humane Society of Polk County, Inc was founded as a 501(c)(3) in January 1982 with a desire to help the animals.

Minnesota School Board Recognition Month scheduled for February

The Minnesota School Boards Association has set February as Minnesota School Board Recognition Month to build awareness and understanding of the vital function elected school board members play in our society. The Crookston School District is joining other public school districts from across the state to celebrate School Board Recognition Month to honor local board members for their commitment to Crookston and its students.

Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Procedure Offered at RiverView

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. It is an opportune time to have a routine, comprehensive eye exam to screen for the disease and catch it early if detected. If you already have glaucoma and initial efforts to treat it are not working, your next step might be a minimally invasive procedure with Dr. Anne Keating at River-View Health.

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Sister Francella Gust

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