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.

Longtin agency donates for wellness

It’s that time of year again, when Longtin Agency proudly begins their monthly $100 wellness donations! For the month of September, Miss Bobbie Jo’s Pre-school class received the donation. Miss Bobbie Jo’s class intends to use their donation for movement CD’s and balance boards. We hope they enjoy them!

Historic bridge needs new home

The Polk County Highway Department, in cooperation with the Train County Highway Department, is selling a steel truss bridge for $1. The historic bridge currently is closed to traffic due to concrete deck failure.

Polk County to launch Operation Green Light in support of local veterans

Polk County – In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Polk County announced that the county buildings would be illuminating their flag poles green November 7th through the 13th as part of Operation Green Light, a new national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to support military veterans, as well as raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state, and federal level to assist veterans and their families.

LINDA C.BLACK HOROSCOPES

Nancy Black, Tribune Content Agency TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (10/05/22). Grow stronger together this year.

Where Are All Those Workers Driving in From and Why Can’t They Live Here?

Minnesota Housing Partnership’s Emerging Developer Initiative is pleased to offer a free housing and economic development workshop for Northwest Minnesota and Tribal Nations. We welcome those with development experience and those new to development with a vision and passion to create housing in Northwest Minnesota to attend an event from 9-3 pm on Oct.18 at Bede Ballroom, University of Minnesota Crookston, 2900 University Avenue, Crookston, parking lot A suggested.

“ASK A TROOPER”

Question: Is it legal for me to have a blue soft lighted 'RAM' lettering logo on the front grill of my truck? It’s not flashing, but always illuminated. Any answer is appreciated.

Fire officials respond to structure fire

On Monday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a structure fire at 17307 320th ST SE in Section 25 of Grove Park Township near the City of Mentor. Mentor Fire Department, Erskine Fire Department and Polk County EMS also responded.