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 Sheriff’s Office Warns of Phone Scam

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office would like to inform everyone of a scam that is circulating through the area. The caller identifies themselves as a grandson/ son or granddaughter/ daughter saying that they were involved in an accident and are going to jail or going to the hospital and need money. We have seenthis scam in the past; however, it has become popular with bad guys again.

School Holds Final Informational Meeting Before Referendum

Sports Reporter The public met on Wednesday, August 3 at Crookston High School for the final informational meeting on the upcoming referendum and proposed sports complex. With less than a week to the vote, few new topics and concerns were discussed.

UMN Crookston Announces New Partnerships in Support of Working Adults

Submitted Crookston, Minn. (AUGUST 3, 2022) — The University of Minnesota Crookston (UMN Crookston) is proud to announce a new partnership with Guild, a Career Opportunity Platform, to help increase access to in-demand degrees and certificates for working adults across the country.

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Golden Link Senior Center Makes Suncatchers

Sports Editor The Golden Link Senior Center concluded its four-week art series by making suncatchers. Elizabeth Rockstad from Studio 4:13 Mosaics provided materials for and taught 30 participants.