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.

BWSR announces 2022 Outstanding Soil and Water Conservation District Employee

Bloomington, Minn. – Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) Executive Director John Jaschke presented the 2022 Outstanding Soil and Water Conservation District Employee award to Becker Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) Administrator Bryan Malone today during the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts’ (MASWCD) annual convention in Bloomington. Malone also serves as Host District Manager for the Red River Valley Conservation Service Area (RRVCSA).

As Several Illnesses Spike, RiverView Health Urges Flu Vaccination

If you’ve been paying attention to the happenings around you, you’ve probably heard the frightening news of the earlier, more severe spike of influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other illnesses compared to previous years. COVID-19 continues its hold over the healthcare system, as well.

THE BIRTH OF A RELIGION

Isaiah 9: 6-7 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of -David, and upon his kingdom, even forever.”

Hairy and Downy Woodpecker

I am fascinated by the numerous examples in Nature where two different species evolved to look alike. In some cases, the two species are very closely related, whereas in other cases the twin species are distantly related or not at all. Think of the monarch and viceroy butterflies, the least and eastern chipmunks, and downy and hairy woodpeckers, the latter pair which are the subjects of this week’s column.

LINDA C.BLACK HOROSCOPES

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (12/12/22). Rewards bless your house this year. Disciplined efforts can realize a creative dream. Adjust work or health strategies this winter, for springtime fun and romance. Private summer reflection reveals new directions, leading to teamwork and victory next autumn. Family joys illuminate what’s most important.

Saying thank you

The Benedictine Living Community-Crookston (Villa St. Vincent) thanks the Sr.'s of St. Benedict for their ongoing generosity with their recent significant Foundation Support towards our elevator project and continuing prayer. Pictured from left: Sr. Jane Becker, Sr. of St. Benedict Administrator, Pastor Bill Humiston, Spiritual Care Director Villa, Sr. Myra Schmieg, Treasurer, Sr. of St. Benedict, Mindy Fanfulik, Business Office Manager Villa, April Kopecky, AR Specialist, Villa, Cassie Rudie, Foundation Development Director, Villa, Lindsey Erdman, Administrator Villa and Cindy Meyer, Summit Assisted Living LPN.

U of M College of Pharmacy receives contract to continue work on contraceptive development

With the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade, contraceptive use in the United States is on peoples’ minds more than ever. While there are 12 types of contraceptives readily available for women, there are only two for men — condoms and vasectomies. In a 2019 survey from the Male Contraceptive Initiative, 70% of U.S. men aged 18 to 44 said “they are very or somewhat interested in new male contraception.”

The Light Is In

Sometimes in life, the weight of the world and past experiences leaves us feeling hopeless and alone. But, that light is still burning within, all you need is a little help to find the right balance. Alluma is here, to give you a hand, find that light and move forward in life through medication management, individualized treatment plans, and therapies.