Month: January 2024

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following-

Jorge Edwin Garibaldi, 35, of Crookston, for disorderly conduct.

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Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Kiwanis 100’s and the CHS Leo Club through Friday, January 26.

The United Way of Crookston’s Dine Out week will go on until Saturday, January 27. 

Trinity Lutheran Church will host the Crookston Community Lions Blood Drive today from 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. To schedule your appointment, please contact Linda Morgan at 218-289-5006 or 218-281-2144 or call 877-258-4825. or visit website:  vitalant.org

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards group today starting at 8:00 a.m., followed by Cribbage at 10:00 a.m. and Bridge at 12:30 p.m.

The Crookston Eagles Club will serve Ground Beef Wellington and fries for $6 or two Wellingtons and fries for $8 (tax included) tonight from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dart League will start at 7:00 p.m.

The Fisher American Legion will have Wednesday Burger tonight.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have foot care on Thursday, January 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., followed by SAIL at 2:30 p.m.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Thursday, January 25, starting at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will serve baskets.

Saturday, February 3,  Get Kids Outdoors (the foundation set up in memory of Adam Parnow) will hold their 1st annual event at Island Lake, Lengby, east of Fosston, for kids ages 10-16 who would like the opportunity to go ice fishing. There are 40 available spots. Applications are due January 25, 2024. The Get Kids Outdoors Ice Fishing Committee will notify those approved after January 28th. February 3rd, the bus will leave Crookston High School at 1:00 pm and pick up other kids as determined along the way to Lengby, returning to Crookston at approximately 7:00 pm. Throughout the day, the kids will learn to set up fish houses, learn to fish, get door prizes, have supper, and, most importantly, they will have FUN!  For more information, contact fred.parnow@gmail.com or 218-280-6344.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Friday, January 26, starting at 6:30 p.m. This will include a $500 must-go jackpot, and the kitchen will serve baskets.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Saturday, January 27, starting at 2:00 p.m. This will be a $400 must-go jackpot, the kitchen will serve baskets.

The Crookston Eagles Club will host the U.M.C AgArama Dance on Saturday, January 27, from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

The public is welcome to attend the Crookston Public School Wellness Policy Meeting at CHS on January 29 at 11:00 a.m. in the conference room.

The Children’s Dental Services are hosting a Dental Health Clinic on Tuesday, January 29, and Wednesday, January 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Crookston Polk County Public Health Office. They offer dental hygiene services to people of all ages and they accept Medical Assistance and offer reduced-cost care under an income-based sliding scale. To schedule an appointment, call 612-746-1530 or 866-543-6009.

The Early Childhood Build a Wood Project for ages birth to 5 years will be on Monday, January 29, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please bring an adult, a Phillips screwdriver, and a hammer. Register early to save your spot by calling 281-5078.

The Washington Elementary School P.T.O. meeting will be on Tuesday, January 30, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. R.S.V.P. for childcare by January 29.

The Fisher American Legion will have Wednesday Night Burger Night on Wednesday, January 31.

RiverView Health will host a four-hour First Aid Class on Thursday, February 1, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost of the class is $55. You must pay in advance to save your spot.  To register or for more information, call 281-9536. No walk-ins will be accepted.

RiverView Health will be offering a CPR class on Thursday, February 8, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost is $55 for those needing certification, and for those not needing certification, the class is free. To register, call 218-281-9536. No walk-ins will be allowed.

The 21^st Annual Ice Buster Daze Fishing Derby in Crookston will be on Saturday, February 10. The Masonic Lodge Breakfast will be 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. at 112 West Robert Street. Pancakes, Waffles, sausage, coffee, juice, and milk will be served. It’s a free-will offering with money going to local charities. Ice fishing will be from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on the Red Lake River at Central Park. Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. $25 for 2 holes. Tickets are being pre-sold at Crookston Ace Hardware and Scott’s True Value. Ticket sales are limited to 300. The Awards Ceremony will be at 7:00 p.m. at the Crookston Eagles. For more information, contact Crookston Ace Hardware at 281-1749 or Brian at 281-7762.

The Camp Confidence Fundraiser Cornhole Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 10, at the Crookston Eagles Club. Registration and check-in will be 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Bags will fly at noon. The cost per team is $40, and Venmo is available. It’s double elimination with payouts for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place.  There are new custom-made boards and bags. Wear your favorite football jersey for a chance at a $20 bar tab. To pre-register, call or text Tandra at 218-289-0575 or Nicole at 443-716-8635.

The Driftbusters Snowmobile Club  Fundraiser Galentine’s  Designer Purse Bingo and Vendor Show, with special guest, Blinked Permanent Jewelry, will be held Tuesday, February 13, at the Crookston Eagles Club. Vendor Show will be from 5:30 to 7:00 and Bingo at 7:00.  Advanced tickets are $40 and $50 at the door. 15 games will be played. There will be door prize drawings throughout the vendor show. For tickets, contact Anna Peterson at 218-280-8994 or Shannon Knaack at 320-309-7308.

The Crookston Gun Club will host its 43rd annual Family Fun Night and Awards Banquet on Saturday, February 24, at the Crookston Eagles Club. There will be a social at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dinner choices will include Prime Rib or Walleye. The price is $30 for adults and $25 for ages under 18. For more information, call Steve Videen at 218-289-2115.

CONTINUING ANNOUNCEMENTS

North Star 4-H is hosting a Socks & Snacks for Students Drive through January 31. Items needed are socks to fit youth shoe sizes 1 up to  6,  non-perishable, individually-packaged snacks for packing lunches, beverages like Capri Sun and flavored water,  snacks like granola bars, fruit snacks, chips, crackers, popcorn, cookies, and rice krispies treats. Please, NO peanut butter snacks due to allergies. The drop-off locations are Highland School, Washington School, Our Savior’s Lutheran School, Cathedral Church, Shear Sisters, Crookston Floral, Crookston Fire Station, Crookston Library, Tractor Supply (Grand Forks)

Join the Crookston Library winter’s reading adventure Book Blizzard going on now through February 29!! Read to win cozy prizes. Complete a reading log for every four books you listen to or read. Participate at the Crookston Library or online at larl.org/bookblizzard 

The Crookston January pool hours are Monday through Friday- lap swim  6:00 to 9:00 a.m., aqua aerobics 9:00 to 10:00, homeschool open swim 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., and open swim 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday, mom and tot 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., open swim 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. birthday party slots from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Closed on Sundays.

As the Crookston Care and Share expands, its women’s dormitories are in need of twin bed frames, dressers, lamps, and end tables. Donate: call 218-281-2644.

The Crookston Squadron Civil Air Patrol meets every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Call 218-281-3954 for more information.

Highland Elementary School is looking for new or used winter gloves and snow pants in sizes 8, 9, and 10. If you are interested in donating or have any questions, call 218-281-5600.

Parents of children are invited to register their children for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program provides one book every month to your child for FREE from when you enroll until they turn five. Crookston Public School manages the program, and you can register at www.ImaginationLibrary.com.

The Crookston Care and Share is now accepting donations of Women’s, Men’s, and children’s clothing, toiletries, and other everyday items. Donations may be dropped off at the Care and Share Center at 220 East Third Street or call 281-2644. The Donation Room is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Polk County Public Health and ECFE will host a Newborn Baby Talk event for parents with babies newborn to 12 weeks every Tuesday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Crookston Public Library. There will be 2-12 week sessions. January 9-March 26, and April 2-June 18. A public health nurse, parent educator and lactation specialist will be available to answer questions about your newborn and provide support and information on your journey of parenting. A facilitated discussion will cover feeding, attachment, sleep, development, family changes, and returning to work. You can have your baby weighed too.

Every Tuesday (except for Federal Holidays), The Crookston Public Library will host New Born Baby Talk from 9:30 am. to 11:00 a.m. This is for parents with babies 0-12 weeks old. A public health nurse, parent educator, and lactation specialist will be available to answer questions about your newborn and provide support and information on your new journey of parenting.

The Crookston Public Library’s Books & Brews Book Club meets 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 food and drinks. All are welcome.

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

The Crookston Public Library will have StoryTime every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The Golden Link is serving noon lunch Monday through Friday. All are welcome to dine in between the hours of 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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.

The Crookston Care and Share Center’s 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 more information or to donate, call 218-277-0000.

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The Crookston Visitors Bureau (CVB) met on Thursday at the Irishman’s Shanty and appointed the owner of the Irishman’s Shanty, Andy Gregg, to the board, to be the restaurant representative. The previous restaurant representative was Drafts Sports Bar and Grill owner Brent Melsa, who resigned in late December.

“I spoke to Andy, and he graciously accepted that role and wanted to be involved,” said CVB Chairman Bob Magsam, “This was perceived well by the board, and I think this will be a great addition.”

The meeting continued with the CVB approving the disbursements of marketing grants for Ice Buster Days and the Crookston Class of 1974 Reunion. Ice Buster Days will receive $600 for an advertising grant, and the Crookston Class of 1974 will receive $1,000. “Our grant application process is for any non-profit entities that want to bring an event to Crookston,” said Magsam, “If they need help with marketing or advertising, the class of 1974 approached me for a grant for sending fliers, brochures, and postcards.”

The Class of 1974 has a three-day event scheduled this upcoming summer, and the board felt they met the grant guideline criteria. Magsam also said the event will most likely bring revenue to hotels and local businesses during the three days.

With this being the CVB’s first meeting of 2024, the board took action to renew terms or accept resignations. The 2024 CVB board members include- Chairman Bob Magsam, Secretary Laurie Stahlecker, Vice Chair Ellie Koepp, Treasurer Dean Adams, and Restaurant Representative Andy Gregg. Other board members listed are Cory Dallager, Jess Bengston, Kristie Jerde, Henry Fischer, Ethan Christopherson, and John Brifgeford.

The consent agenda included the approval of minutes from the December meeting. It also included approving bills and disbursements in the amount of $233. The CVB will meet next on Thursday, February 8, at the Irishman’s Shanty.

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The June Shaver Estate announced the 2024 gifts and donations to the Crookston High School and other organizations within Crookston. June Shaver has continued to make a significant impact on the Crookston community since her passing in 2014. June has donated $783,532 over the last eight years. On Monday at the Crookston High School commons, the June Shaver Estate announced its ninth year of gifts and donations distribution, which included another $100,500, bringing the grand total of donations to $884,032.

Before Shaver’s passing, she had invested millions of dollars and set up an estate to continue donating money to organizations that she felt were well-deserving entities that helped the community. Since then, the estate has donated in Shaver’s honor to these organizations that she had previously selected to receive these funds.

Annette Hegg, a close friend of June, was chosen as the trustee of the estate before Shaver’s passing and believed that this year’s donations would put a smile on June’s face. “June would be thrilled,” said Hegg, “This was June’s dream. I know she’s smiling down because anything that had to do with our youth, she would help them.”

Edward Jones representative Troy Lindberg presented the gifts and donations during the ceremony. Edward Jones is the entity that helps assist and manage the funds that June Shaver had set aside. Lindberg voiced a high opinion about not only Shaver but also the foundation. “I didn’t know June myself, so I’m gathering information from people like Annette,” said Lindberg. “This is just fun to be a part of because of recognizing how June cared so much about the community and these organizations. Taking the time to create this plan to help all these people is amazing. We’re glad to be part of it.”

The organization that received funds was

Crookston High School Drama Club in the amount of $4,120.50

Crookston High School Healthcare Scholarships in the amount of $13,768.50

Crookston Pirate Fine Arts Booster in the amount of $13,768.50

Crookston Civic Music League in the amount of $13,768.50

Crookston Care and Share in the amount of $13,768.50

Riverview Healthcare Foundation in the amount of $13,768.50

Back Row Left to Right: Corky Reynolds (CHS Pirate Athletic Booster), Sandy Perkins (Crookston Community Theatre), Elaine Metzger (Crookston Fine Arts), Gerald Amiot (Crookston Civic League), Beth Carlson (CHS Drama Club), Troy Lindberg (Edward Jones), Sophie Lien (Edward Jones), Randy Shoenborn (Riverview Health), Nate Labarski (CHS Pirate Athletic Booster), Brynn Seay (Edward Jones).

Front Row Left to Right: Carolina Alfonso (Crookston Care and Share), Gaye Wick (Crookston Community Theatre), Annette Hegg (Trustee), Phyliss Hagen (CHS Drama Club).

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RiverView Health has partnered with Senior Life Solutions to help older adults who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mental challenges often associated with aging. The new Senior Life Solutions program is located in the former Memory Care space.

Senior Life Solutions provides outpatient services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals (typically 65 and older) who could benefit from coping and communication skills to improve their mental health. The program offers group and individual therapy, psychiatric evaluation, and medication management. The program’s team includes a board-certified psychiatrist, licensed therapists, a registered nurse, and other professionals dedicated to the emotional well-being of the older adults in the community.

“The Senior Life Solutions program provides our community with an evidence- and outcomes-based treatment proven to significantly improve the mental health of older adults,” said Program Director Gabrielle Baird. “Many people over the age of 60 believe depression is just a part of getting old. It’s not. This is a program that can help you live a happier, healthier life.”  

Individuals may benefit from the program if they are experiencing any of the following common indicators or triggers of depression and anxiety:  

-Anxiety
-Changes in appetite
-Depression
-Difficulty sleeping
-Feelings of sadness or grief lasting more than two weeks
-Feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness
-Lost a spouse or close family member
-Loss of energy
-Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
-Recently experienced a traumatic event

Following an individual assessment, participants meet up to three times per week in a supportive, encouraging group setting. Individual therapy sessions are also offered, along with medication management and regular check-ins. The program also offers teletherapy services, allowing patients to get the mental health support they need from the comfort of their homes using a telephone, computer, or tablet device. 

Anyone can refer a patient to the program, including a healthcare professional, family member, or friend. For more information, call the RiverView Senior Life Solutions program at 218-281-9559.

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