Month: August 2025

The Crookston Farmer’s Market will celebrate National Farmers’ Market Week at the Red Barn in the downtown square on Thursday, August 7, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Crookston just happens to have a great reason to celebrate, explains organizer Pat Grothe. “Crookston was selected as one of nine Farmers Markets in the State of Minnesota to represent a particular region,” says Grothe. “We were selected to represent the North West Region. So we are inviting everyone to come on down, we are going to have a great big celebration.”

The Farmer’s Market will run as usual on Thursday, but with some extras. “We are having a short program where we are going to be inviting our sponsors to the market. We will also have the mayor there,” says organizer Pam Olson. “We will be serving a complimentary meal for all who come; sloppy joes, chips, cupcakes, and lemonade. We will also be having some drawing at 5:00, 5:30, and 6 where you can draw for vouchers and use at the market.”

The Crookston Farmers Market has something for everyone. “I think we have a nice variety of vendors. We sell a lot of products, not just vegetables,” says Grothe. “When you think of farmers’ markets, you think of a vegetable stand, but we’re so much more than that.”
The Crookston Farmers Market has soap, crafts, homemade handbags, goat milk products, and flower vendors, just to name a few.

Stop by the Crookston Farmer’s Mark on Thursday, August 7, to help celebrate the local market and enjoy a free dinner while shopping for local goods. The Crookston Farmers Market is open from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Susano Isaiah Padilla, 22 of Crookston, was sentenced today (Tuesday, August 5) to 76 months for sexually assaulting an intoxicated woman. Padilla has credit for 671 days. After release from the Minnesota Correctional Facility in St. Cloud, he will be on supervised release for 10 years and must register as a predatory offender and can’t possess firearms.

Padilla pleaded guilty to third-degree criminal sexual conduct in June after he admitted to unlawfully engaging in sexual conduct with a person who was mentally impaired or incapacitated, or physically helpless.

The incident happened in October of 2023, and the female victim visited the emergency room for evaluation after the incident, where there was noticeable bruising on her neck and breast, scratches on her back, and injuries to her genital area.

On Thursday, August 7, 13 community lemonade stands will be located throughout the Crookston community to raise money for the Crookston Community Pool.
Proceeds from these lemonade stands will go directly to Fin & Fit, the non-profit organization working to save the Crookston Community Pool. Fin & Fit is a group that has been raising awareness for the pool and its importance to the community, and will be able to maximize the funds brought in from the sale. All lemonade stands will be hosted and organized by children in the community and their families. Stands will accept free will donations for the lemonade that can be paid for with cash, check (written to Fin & Fit), or Venmo. A Venmo QR Code will be available to each lemonade stand that is publicized. If you are unable to visit a stand, there is a QR Code (below) for individuals who want to donate to the cause.

The City of Crookston Public Works is flushing hydrants today on the north end of Crookston on North Acres Drive and Sahlstrom Drive (August 5th). This will be completed by the end of the day. Water customers might notice a decrease in water pressure in these areas.

Call for Applications – Ward 1 Council Members

The City of Crookston is now accepting applications for individuals interested in serving as Ward 1 Council Members on the City Council.

Ward 1 Council Members serve to represent the interests of Ward 1 . We are seeking civic-minded individuals who are committed to public service, inclusive governance, and constructive community engagement.

 Qualifications:

I am eligible to vote in Minnesota.

I have not filed for the same or any other office at the upcoming primary or general election (except as provided in M.S. 204B, Subd. 1 (2));

I am, or will be on assuming office, 21 years of age or more;

I will have maintained residence within Ward 1 for at least 30 days before being appointed.

I meet any other qualifications for the office prescribed by law.

Term of Office:

To fill the unexpired term till December 31, 2028.

How to Apply:

Interested individuals must submit a completed a City Council Interest Form outlining your qualifications and vision for the role.

Application Deadline: August 14, 2025, at 3:00PM

Submit to: Tina Trostad 124 North Broadway Crookston, MN 56716

For more information or to access the application form, visit www.crookston.mn.us or City Hall (218) 281-1232

Ward 1 Council Member Interest Form – Click Here