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.

SMSU Uses the Deep Ball to Defeat Minnesota Crookston on Saturday

Southwest Minnesota State used the three-point line to their advantage, making eight threes in the second half, 14 overall, to propel the Mustangs to a 17-point win in Crookston on Saturday night. With the 75-58 win, the Mustangs improve to 13-8 (10-6 NSIC), while the Golden Eagles fall to 10-12 (9-7 NSIC).

Crookston ISD screening candidates for superintendent

The search for a new superintendent for Crookston ISD is well under way and the district’s school board held a special meeting recently to discuss input it received from district parents and outline the steps needed to be taken in the hiring process.

RiverView Offers First Aid Class

Thousands of people die each year in situations where first aid could have made a difference. Make your home and community a safer place by learning what to do in case of a medical emergency.

Crookston Community Calendar

Crookston Public Library, 110 N Ash St., is hosting story time from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb.

Operation Round Up Grant Applications due Wednesday, February 22nd

Organizations involved in community projects and charities are encouraged to apply for funds from Operation Round Up at this time. Completed grant applications are due in the Red Lake Electric Cooperative (RLEC) office by Wednesday, February 22, 2023.

Minnesota Crookston Women’s Basketball Fends Off Wayne State 74-72 Despite Late Defensive Pressure

WAYNE, Neb. – The University of Minnesota Crookston women’s basketball team held off a late charge from Wayne State College (Neb.) to earn a key road victory 74-72. The Wildcats caused six turnovers in the final five minutes using a full-court press to put pressure on the Golden Eagles, who had a 12-point lead with over eight minutes left in the game. Minnesota Crookston made key shots and plays down the stretch to earn Saturday’s win.

Crookston High School nominates two for ExCEL Award

The ExCEL Award - Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership – is a unique recognition program designed exclusively for Minnesota high school juniors who are active in school activities, who show leadership qualities, and who work voluntarily in their community.

The Osprey

The osprey is a fascinating bird of prey. Often called “fish hawk” or “fish eagle,” these latter names are aptly assigned. Indeed, the osprey’s principal prey is fish. It is no wonder that this elegant raptor makes its home throughout the Land of 10,000 Lakes and its many wetlands and waterways.