Month: May 2023

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives provides clarification for gun owners and potential gun owners who may be considering using marijuana given Minnesotas recent ease on marijuana restrictions, drawing attention to the distinction between state and federal law.

The federal Gun Control Act of 1968 prohibits any person who is an unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 from shipping, transporting, receiving, or possessing firearms or ammunition.

Regardless of the recent changes in Minnesota law related to the legalization of marijuana, an individual who is a current user of marijuana is still federally defined as an unlawful user of a controlled substance and therefore is prohibited from shipping, transporting, receiving, or possessing firearms or ammunition.

Until marijuana is legalized federally, firearms owners and possessors should be mindful that it remains federally illegal to mix marijuana with firearms and ammunition, said ATFs Acting Special Agent in Charge Jeff Reed, of the St. Paul Field Division. As regulators of the firearms industry and enforcers of firearms laws, we felt it was important to remind Minnesotans of this distinction as the marijuana laws adjust here in the State of Minnesota.

People who are looking to purchase firearms must attest whether or not they are an unlawful user of marijuana on anATF Form 4473during a firearm transaction.

As states began easing restrictions on marijuana,ATF issued an open letterto Federal Firearms Licensees in 2011 to provide guidance on how to best comply with federal firearms laws and regulations.

The 2011 guidance reminds Federal Firearms Licensees that it is unlawful to transfer a firearm to any person knowing or having reasonable cause to believe that the person is an unlawful user of a controlled substance.

The Controlled Substance Act recognizes five categories while classifying various drugs, substances, and other chemicals. Marijuana is considered a Schedule I drug, which under federal definition, has no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Other drugs in this category include heroin, LSD, ecstasy, etc.

Federal law does not provide any exception allowing the use of marijuana for medicinal or recreational purposes.

ATF is a law enforcement agency that protects our communities from violent criminals, criminal organizations, the illegal use and trafficking of firearms, the illegal use and storage of explosives, acts of arson and bombings, acts of terrorism, and the illegal diversion of alcohol and tobacco products.

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The Crookston Community Pool is closed until further notice.

Masonic Lodge is selling Vidalia onions at Scott’s True Value now until supplies run out.

Home Delivered Meals is being served this week by the Crookston High School Leo Club, and the Crookston Lions Club.

The Fisher American Legion will have burger night tonight.

The last day of school for the Crookston Public School District will be on Thursday, June 1.

The Crookston Public School Title I annual end-of-the-year meeting will be held on June 1, from 2:30-3:30. The intent of this meeting is to give input about the Title I program, ask questions, and/or receive a progress report for your child. Feel free to stop by the Title I reading room at Highland Elementary School, send an email to sarageist@isd593.org, or call 281-5600 ext. 2414.

The Polk County Family Resource Centers (FRC) will host a Grand Opening event at the Crookston Library on June 1 from 4:00-6:30 p.m., featuring yard games, door prizes, and a pizza party.

The Crookston American Legion Auxiliary Nels T Wold Unit 20 will meet at 5:00 pm on Thursday in the card room at the Golden Link. Call Sharon Lanctot at 218-289-7358 with any questions.

The Crookston Planning Commission will have a special meeting on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have bar bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The kitchen will serve baskets.

Crookston Public Schools would like to invite the public to a recognition celebration honoring the 2022-2023 retirees of ISD 593 on Friday, June 2 at 1:30 pm in the CHS commons. Retirees include: Susan Akerlind; Jill Carlson, Nancy Nottestad, LaDonna Peterson, and Marcia Scholler. Coffee and refreshments will be served.

RiverView Health Rehab Service will hold A Matter of Balance class at the Summerfield Apartments located at 423 Woodland in the second-floor Community Room. The two-hour classes will be held on Thursdays from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. from June 1 through the 20. For more information and to register, call 281-9463.

Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Collections will be held at the Fertile Fairgrounds on Friday, June 2, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and at the East Shore Beach Area of Maple Lake off County Highway 10 on Saturday, June 3, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The Polk County Transfer Station accepts household hazardous waste Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 year-round.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have bar bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. $500 must go.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have bar bingo at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. $400 must go.

Crookston Spring registration for Driver Education is open to all students currently enrolled in Crookston Public Schools. The next session will be June 5 through the 20. Additional registration forms for fall and winter are also available to check dates and times to determine the best time for driver education for your child. Please return your registration to the High School Office and pay in the High School office prior to the first day of class. All information is on the registration forms here. If you have any questions, please contact Chris Trostad at Highland School at 218-281-5600.

The Fisher American Legion Auxiliary meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 6.

The Fisher American Legion will have burger tonight, Wednesday, June 7.

Lutheran Social Service Meals, with support from DSAAA and United Way, will distribute meals to individuals 60 plus on Monday, June 12th, at 9:00 AM at Golden Link in Crookston. Recipients will receive a bundle of 10 meals, first come, first served. To register, contact Wendy Jerry at 218-773-3017.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary 1902 Crookston will have their regular meeting at the Golden Link Senior Center on Tuesday, June 13, at 6:00 p.m.

The Fisher American Legion will have its Legion and SAL meeting at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 13.

CONTINUING ANNOUNCEMENTS

Highland School is currently looking for donations of new or gently used winter gloves. Please drop off any donations at the Highland School Office if you are interested in donating.

The Crookston Care & Share is now accepting donations of Womens, Mens, and childrens coats and jackets, jeans, sweatshirts, long sleeve t-shirts, and winter gear, as well as toiletries and other common items. Donations may be dropped off at the Care and Share Center at 220 East Third Street.

ThePrairieSkylineFoundation is looking for new members. For those interested in joining, you can contact Kay Hegge at 218-289-1246.

Second booster doses of Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are now available at Altru Clinic in Crookston for people 50 and older and those 12 and older who are immunocompromised. The second booster dose must be administered at least four months after the first booster. Adults who received Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) for their primary vaccine and booster dose at least four months ago may now receive a second booster dose of Pfizer or Moderna only. To schedule your COVID-19 booster dose in Altru Clinic in Crookston, please call 218.281.9100.

The Benedictine Living Community Auxiliary is looking for new members. For those interested in joining, you can contact President Diane Seddon at 218-280-6736.

The Crookston License Center is now offering the Class D written test for permits, new-to-state residents, and MN reinstatements. The test is available by appointment for a fee of $10.00. If you want to schedule an appointment, please call 218.281.5423 or email licensecenter@co.polk.mn.us.

The Crookston Public Librarys Books & Brews Book Club meet on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. at Drafts Sports Bar and Grill. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages. Appetizers are provided by the Friends of the Crookston Public Library; participants are responsible for the cost of their own food and drinks. All are welcome.

The Crookston Public Librarys Reading by the Red Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at the library at 6:30 p.m. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages.

The Golden Link is serving noon lunch Monday through Friday. The cost is $8. Veterans meals are half-price on the first Monday of the month. Call 281-3072 by 10:00 the day you plan to have lunch.

The Crookston Friends of the Library meet on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

The Crookston Library Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:15 p.m.

The Cove Youth Center in Crookston is open Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Students and parents should call ahead to check the availability of the youth center at 218-470-0149.

Polk County Public Health is available to answer questions about COVID-19 and help obtain essential services such as groceries, medications, and other daily items at 281-3385. The phone is staffed Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

The Crookston Care and Share Centers Donation and New Hope Food Shelf will be open every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and every Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. For information on the Care and Share New Hope Food Shelf website, click here. For more information or to donate, call 218-277-0000.

The Golden Link is now renting rooms for parties. Free for members. Call 218-281-3072 for details.

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The Polk County Family Resource Centers (FRC) will host a Grand Opening event at the Crookston Library on Thursday, June 1, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m., featuring yard games, door prizes, and a pizza party.

The event will create a chance for families across the county to preview the programs and supports we have to offer parents looking to strengthen their parenting skills and enhance their leadership development.

Polk County is one of seven counties in the State of Minnesota piloting Family Resource Centers (FRC). Polk County Social Services has been meeting with our core stakeholders group (Crookston Public School District, East Grand Forks School District, Alluma, Polk County Public Health, CareerForce, Campbell Library, Crookston Public Library, and Tri-Valley Opportunity Council) for about eight months.

There has been great energy and momentum among our core stakeholders and other collaborative partners, we all share the same vision and mission in serving our community, strengthening families, and supporting better outcomes for children and families, says Polk County FRC Coordinator, Victoria Ramirez. We are launching our Crookston site on June 5th, with plans for launching our East Grand Forks site within the next few weeks. We are also engaging in conversations with community partners in future developments to serve our East Polk County communities. I am very excited to be a part of this emerging initiative and to bring this community-based model of support and services to our families and communities in Polk County.

A careful evaluation of the Community Needs Assessment and Action Plan completed by Polk County Public Health for 2020-2024 was completed along with a Parent Assessment Survey in February 2023. Both data elements showed unmet needs in the Polk County community and which community concerns are a priority including mental health, education, economic stability, and social connectedness.

The overarching goal of FRCs is to strengthen families; enhance parenting skills, build parent resilience, provide education on child development, connect families to resources, build community connections, and prevent child maltreatment.

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The Pirate Fine Arts Boosters recently met and honored six Crookston High School students who placed in Minnesota State competition.

Samantha Rezak-2nd in State Speech, Storytelling category
David Threatt-All-State Band for the second year, French Horn
Xander Kuchen-All-State Choir, Tenor 1
Zara Baig-4th in State Speech, Humor category
Frankie Torvinen-Photo to be hung in the State Office Building for one year.
Emily Shea-Ceramic piece placed in the Minnesota State Art Exhibition.

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