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.

Paws and Pals 4-H Club participate in MN Zoo STEM Design Challenge

The Crookston Paws and Pals 4-H Club recently received 3rd place for Exhibit Design in the MN Zoo's ZOOMS STEM Design Challenge. The ZOOMS STEM Design Challenge offers students in grades 3-12 a chance to develop a solution to a real problem faced by zookeepers and staff at the Minnesota Zoo. This year, students were challenged to apply their science and math knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills to engineer an innovative enrichment or exhibit design solution for the Minnesota Zoo’s pack of gray wolves.

Journey drummer Smith joins MSUM for event March 31

Steve Smith, former drummer with Journey and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, will join the Minnesota State University Moorhead Jazz, Commercial and Faculty Jazz Combo Ensembles for a night of music Thursday, March 31, at 7:30 p.m. in the Roland Dille Center for the Arts Hansen Theatre.

Hospice is Love: Social Worker Speaks to Rewarding Experiences Working with Hospice Patients

Hospice of the Red River Valley’s social workers are an integral part of the hospice team. By ensuring that patients and their loved ones have assistance, education and support, hospice social workers empower people to make important end-oflife decisions. They meet patients where they’re at—physically and emotionally—to provide patient-centered care. They work closely with nurses, CNAs and other hospice team members to provide cohesive, compassionate care for patients.

RiverView Cardiologist Shares Ways to Winterize Your Heart

Has this cold, snowy winter made you want to throw in the towel - or the shovel - and head somewhere warm and sandy? Take heart, you are not alone. Now, speaking of your heart, are you doing everything you can to keep it healthy through the long, cold winter?

CHS Jr. High Knowledge Bowl teams place first and third at Ada meet

The Crookston High School Jr. High Knowledge Bowl teams recently placed first and third at a meet in Ada. The Crookston Blue team (1st place) was Maddie Harbott, Leah Johanneck, Abby Olson and the Crookston Gold team (3rd place) was Ben Capistran, Ethan Lanctot and Naomi Olson. (Submitted)

“Saint” Patrick’s Day

Sometimes people ask me how I stay ahead of the news. Well, I have many trusted sources but I’ve been reading one publication in particular for longer than all the others. The periodical both informs and entertains. Its prose is simple and clear, but not without style. Their news stories cut to the chase. There is a focus on the natural world. And their puzzles keep me razor sharp. That’s why I still read Highlights magazine.

Do I need a horn?

Question: The horn of my vehicle no longer works. Do I need to have one? Answer: Yes, every motor vehicle when operated upon a highway must be equipped with a horn in good working order and capable of emitting sound audible under normal conditions from a distance of not less than 200 feet.