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.

Polk County Accident Report

Submitted On August 31st at approximately 2:20pm, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to 340th Ave SW near the intersection of 110th St SW, rural East Grand Forks, for a reported pedestrian that had been struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian, 46-year old Donald Howard of Oklee, was reportedly securing a load on a trailer when he was struck by the vehicle driven by 41-year old Kristina Potucek of Warren.

Minnesota State Patrol Accident Report

Submitted On Thursday, September 1 at approximately 2:40 pm, the Minnesota State Patrol responded to HWY 75 at County Road 21, Angus Township in Polk County, for a two-vehicle crash. Jacob Waldorf of Warren, MN drove his Grand AM east-bound on County Road 21 when he crossed over HWY 75, colliding with Joann Papke of Clearbrook, MN in her Honda Civic going south-bound on HWY 75.

Crookston Library to Host Jingle Dress Performance and Presentation September 17

Lake Agassiz Regional Library Submitted MOORHEAD, MINNESOTA Join your library to learn about the significance of the Jingle Dress to local Native people, including the history of how it came to the Ojibwe by a dream, why it is considered a healing dress and how the Ojibwe gifted it to other tribes. 'Dancing Into the Future' will be held at the Crookston Public Library on Saturday, September 17 at 11 a.m.

100 Rural Women Introduces the Elected Mentorship Network

Submitted MINNESOTA (AUGUST 2022) – 100 Rural Women is launching its new project, the Elected Mentorship Network. The project’s goal is to provide women with mentorship opportunities and support for pursuing public service positions.

Operation Round Up Grant Applications due Wednesday, September 21st

Submitted 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, September 21, 2022.

Minnesota Apple Season is Here

SAINT PAUL (September 2022) — Minnesotans don’t have to wait until early fall for the crisp, juicy apples our state is known for growing. Early season apple varieties such as First Kiss, SweeTango, Zestar! and RiverBelle are already available at orchards, grocery stores and farmer's markets across Minnesota.

Northwest Minnesota Foundation Seeks Applicants to Join NMF Board of Directors

Submitted August 31, 2022 (Bemidji, MN) – The Northwest Minnesota Foundation (NMF) is now accepting applications from those interested in serving on the NMF Board of Directors. The NMF board is looking to elect a new member at its board meeting in November, with newly elected director starting their fouryear terms in December.