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.

Guest column: Election officials are your friends and neighbors

After nearly 30 years as an election administrator, I have the Election Day routine down to a science: Arrive at the precinct by 6:15 a.m. Turn on the voting machines. Take the ballots out of the safe, where they have been secured since the county delivered them the day before. Greet election judges as they arrive. Make sure two judges — each representing a different political party — inspect each machine. Set out the United States and Minnesota flags. Swear in the judges. Have two judges (again from differing parties) count and initial each ballot. The checklist list goes on, step by methodical step, until the polls close, each vote is counted, and I finally head home 15 or so hours later.

LINDA C.BLACKHOROSCOPES

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (09/28/22). Together, you’re unbeatable this year. Maintain faithful routines to energize fun, passion, creativity and romance. Autumn winds inspire creative breakthroughs, before winter investigations shift direction. Conserve springtime shared profits, before summer’s editing, clarification and revision phase. Love fuels your mutual contribution.

Minnesota governor pushes back against food fraud criticism

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Tim Walz pushed back Thursday against critics who say his administration should have done more to thwart what federal prosecutors have called a scheme to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic to defraud the U.S. government of at least $250 million.

Frantz essay earns state recognition

Last Spring The Catholic Daughters held an Education Contest where Cathedral School 4-6th grades participated. The local winners went to State Competition and Emmagail Frantz was awarded third place for her essay titled “Where is God in My Life When I struggle?”

Crookston Public Library to Host Secrets of the Glensheen Mansion Murders Program on October 14

Fans of true crime will enjoy a presentation by reporter Joe Kimball, author of “Secrets of the Congdon Mansion,” giving a first-hand account of Minnesota’s most infamous murder case. Hosted by the Crookston Public Library, Kimball will discuss his experiences covering the story from start to finish as a reporter for the Star Tribune and will give inside details about the victims, investigators and perpetrators, bringing the tale to life. This program will be held free-of-charge Friday, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Crookston Public Library. Programming is made possible in part thanks to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

sports and specializes in working with athletic departments, student- athletes, coaches,

sports medicine professionals, and staff at the collegiate level (NCAA Division I, II, & III; NAIA). She is also a consulting psychologist with collegiate athletic departments. She provides mental health and performance psychology training to sports medicine fellows (family medicine & physical therapy) and athletic training students. She also provides consultation and mentorship for professionals interested in enhancing their work with athletes or pursuing the CMPC credential. She is a former member (2017-2019) and past-president (2018-2019) of the North Dakota State Board of Psychologist Examiners (NDSBPE).

Minnesota Crookston Women’s Golf Places Ninth at EverSpring Inn & Suites Mustang Invitational

MARSHALL, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Crookston women’s golf team placed ninth of 12 teams at the EverSpring Inn & Suites Mustang Invite at Marshall Golf Club in Marshall, Minn. The Golden Eagles shot a 338 Sunday, tying their third-best round in school history. Minnesota Crookston has shot their four best rounds in school history during the 2022-23 season.

Vikings offense with O’Connell still a work in progress

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After opening with a decisive win against the Green Bay Packers, the Minnesota Vikings have been tested the past two weeks. A Minnesota offense looking to make a jump under new coach Kevin O'Connell is still a work in progress.