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Friday, January 16th, 2026

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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Fort Collins' MLK Day celebration will move indoors at CSU's Lory Student Center on Jan. 19 — replacing canceled marches with a 10 a.m. program and various activities to honor Martin Luther King Jr.  The Coloradoan

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Backcountry travelers across Colorado are urged to check avalanche forecasts after several human-triggered avalanches, including one on Jan. 10 near Rocky Mountain National Park that injured a snowboarder, as experts warn that weaker snowpack signals may hide dangerous conditions.  CBS Colorado

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Xcel Energy is preparing for strong winds and high fire danger by planning potential power shut offs in northern Colorado as crews stand ready if conditions worsen.  CBS Colorado

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife killed two mountain lions after one fatally attacked a Fort Collins woman on Jan. 1 near Glen Haven, and the agency said its staff received anonymous threats (and defended the removals as necessary to maintain public safety).  The Coloradoan
  • The City of Fort Collins Streets Department will begin concrete repairs on South Lemay Avenue between East Horsetooth and East Harmony roads the week of Jan. 19-23 and expect lane closures for three to four weeks; utility repairs and paving will follow later this year. Drivers should use alternate routes.  City of Fort Collins

HEALTH NEWS

  • Colorado resident Tom Pringle, 71, who is battling ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), faces hurdles to access an experimental drug intended to help others. He awaits a decision from drug developers as he seeks a new treatment opportunity.  CBS Colorado

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Katherine Blanford Live

    6-10 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Atlanta-based comedian bringing her unique humor to the Fort Collins stage.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • East Nash Grass Concert

    7:30-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy top-notch bluegrass music from East Nash Grass and related artists in a vibrant local venue.

    Sun, 1/18/26

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  • Sound Tribe Sector 9 Live Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — Washington’s — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sounds of Sound Tribe Sector 9 in an intimate setting.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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  • A Brother's Fountain

    6:30-10:30 p.m. — Washington’s — Cost Info — Meet Mystee, the indie pop band that weaves tales of triumph and resilience in their Fort Collins debut.

    Fri, 1/23/26

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  • Jammy Buffet

    7-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Enjoy an eclectic blend of tunes inspired by Jimmy Buffett and more.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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  • Josh Teed Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an inspiring performance from a versatile, award-winning musician whose talent began at age 3.

    Fri, 1/30/26

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  • Bob Marley Birthday Celebration

    7-10:30 p.m. — Avogadro's Number — Tickets available — Celebrate the legacy of Bob Marley with live music from local bands in a festive atmosphere.

    Sat, 1/31/26

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  • The Mousetrap

    2 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Tickets required — Experience the suspense of Agatha Christie’s legendary whodunit as seven strangers are trapped in a blizzard and discover that murder is afoot.

    Sun, 2/1/26

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  • Foundations in Art - Painting I

    1:30-4 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost information not provided — Learn the foundational skills of painting in a structured environment with expert guidance.

    Wed, 2/4/26

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  • Fort Collins Blues Revue

    6-9 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — $30 — Experience the blues and R&B vibes of the Robert Wilson Blues Band with over 100 years of combined musical expertise.

    Thu, 2/5/26

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