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.

Deadline to sign up for Parent Aware by June 10

Are you a licensed family child care educator, serving at least one child? Is your license active and in good standing? Are you interested in receiving up to $6,000 in grants for items in your child care? Are you wanting free coaching? Or would you like resources and support from early child care professionals? Are you interested in being able to accept early learning scholarships up to $8,500 per year, per child to help offset the cost of child care for families?

Student of the Year Awards announced at Northland Community & Technical College

Northland Community & Technical College has announced their 2022 Student of the Year Awards that have been presented to East Grand Forks student Sonia Dickmu and Thief River Falls student Morgan Burns. This honor is awarded annually to graduating students who have shown outstanding commitment to their chosen profession.

City postpones spring clean-up due to rain, rising river

The City of Crookston announced Monday, May 9 that its Spring Clean-Up event has been postponed until further notice. "Due to the river once again rising and the wet conditions, the City crews are unable to get to the designated sites that are used to dispose of clean-up items," said the city in a media release. "The City appreciates your patience in this matter."

Nominees sought for Polk County Fair Outstanding Senior Citizen Award

The Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc’s Senior Programs Department is excited to be partnering with the Polk County Fair Board in planning the special Senior Citizen Day at the Polk County Fair. Senior Citizen Day will be held on Friday July 8, 2022 starting at 9:30 a.m. with all the normal music, entertainment, awards, Bingo and, most importantly, laughter.

City and school district resignations and new hires

Both Crookston School District and the City of Crookston had resignations and new hires to announce at their recent meetings. - Crookston School District officially accepted a resignation letter from High School Principal Nicki Martinez at a special meeting Monday, May 9 and later that day offered the principal position to Matt Torgerson.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office: Be mindful of high water tables

If you are operating a boat or personal watercraft on Polk County lakes the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking you to be mindful of the high-water tables due to recent weather and flooding. Wakes from watercrafts have negative impacts, including: