The Crookston Times, a fixture in its Minnesota community since 1885, is set to close its doors on February 7 due to staffing shortages. Interim Editor Jeff Gulley and CherryRoad Media’s CEO Jeremy Gulban described the closure as a sad moment for the town. Despite efforts to engage the community and keep the paper alive, the lack of local support and resources left them with no choice. Gulley emphasized the importance of community involvement in sustaining local journalism, urging others to recognize the value of their newspapers before it’s too late.
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