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.

U of M Extension names new regional leader Shannon Stassen

The University of Minnesota Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) are pleased to welcome Shannon Stassen as the new Executive Director of the Northwest RSDP. In his new role, Stassen will lead a regional board of directors and work with local governments, nonprofits, community groups, foundations and a variety of partners across Northwest Minnesota to connect local sustainability projects to research, education and resources at the University of Minnesota.

Spring Cleaning

In the Hundred Acre Wood, during the season of spring, you will find Piglet spring cleaning, beating his rugs outside his tree house. Some say spring cleaning comes from Persian New Year (first day of Spring) or the Jewish anticipation of Passover. Others say it’s just the first time you can leave the windows open. Either way, it’s the time to streamline. But how?

Upcoming Referendum – Olson: Public asked to vote August 9

On August 9th, Crookston Public Schools will be asking voters to vote on whether or not to build a multiuse facility on district owned land north of Crookston High School. This facility will consist of a 8 lane track; turf field for soccer, football, and softball; pressbox and seating for 750+, and a concession/bathroom building that will be built partially by our CTE students.

Our Savior’s students participate in MN North Lutheran Schools track meet

Our Savior's Lutheran School students in kindergarten through sixth grade recently participated in the Minnesota North Lutheran Schools track meet in Perham May 13. "Students at all grade levels had great success and a wonderful day of competition and fellowship," said Our Savior's Principal Sandra Trittin.

Minnesota Crookston announces faculty/staff award recipients for 2021-22

The University of Minnesota Crookston held their Faculty and Staff Awards Banquet May 10 in Bede Ballroom and the recipients of the distinguished awards are as follows: - Retirements: Lynne Michelson, Krista Proulx, Twyla Treanor, Mike Hanson and Linda Kingery - Distinguished Staff Service Award: Kolby Castillo - Athletic Department - Distinguished P&A: Steven Krouse - Athletic Department - Distinguished Teaching Award: Dani Johannesen - Humanities, Social Sciences and Education Department - Distinguished Faculty Service Award: Kristie Walker - Agriculture and Natural Resources Department - 2022 Outstanding Service to Students: Rae French - International Programs - 2022 Outstanding Educator: Dani Johannesen - Humanities, Social Sciences and Education Department - 2022 Most Supportive of Students: Kelsey Torgerson - Student Success Center standing Service: Josh Parrill - Student Success Center - 2022 President’s Award for Outstanding Service: Kelsey Torgerson - Student Success Center - 2020-21 Horace T. Morse Award: Tim Dudley - Math, Science and Technology Department - 2021-22 Horace T.

NMF: Neen’s Future in Space scholarship seeking applicants

The Neen’s Future in Space Scholarship, a component fund of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is seeking qualified applicants for its 2022 scholarship round. The annual scholarship is dedicated to qualified students who have graduated from high schools within the NMF service area; who are pursuing their junior or senior year in post-secondary education or post-graduate study through a college, university, or other accredited non-profit technical or vocational education/training institution or program; and are majoring in the study of science, math, technology or engineering with the preference for students entering a career in astrophysics, aeronautical engineering, or aerospace.

CORRECTION: Update to May 10 accident report

Updated with a correction by the Crookston Police Department: An accident was reported on May 10 at approximately 4:25 p.m. when a 2017 Subaru, driven by Darrel Montieth of Crookston, was struck by a 2009 Subaru, driven by Sharon Munter of Warba, MN.

CHS senior charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct

Logan Matthew Melvie, 18, a senior at Crookston High School, has been charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Third Degree after reportedly engaging in sexual penetration with a 15-year-old juvenile. The maximum sentence for criminal sexual conduct in the third degree charge is 15 years in prison, a $30,000 fine or both.