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Wednesday, January 21st, 2026

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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On Monday, Jan. 19, hundreds of CSU students, faculty and community members gathered at the Lory Student Center to honor Martin Luther King Jr. with speeches, a youth hip-hop performance and hands-on activities that celebrated his legacy and promoted local unity.  Colorado State University

CULTURE NEWS

  • CSU professor David Pyle painted a quadriptych project at the Oval on Dec. 11 to blend art and science and help students and faculty connect; he used his background in both areas to show that anyone can create art (no special talent is needed).  Colorado State University

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Federal officials plan to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (Boulder), prompting reviews of its facilities and research assets; local leaders and experts warn that moving critical weather forecasting tools may disrupt essential climate science.  Colorado State University

HEALTH NEWS

  • Officials closed the Mennonite church in Old Town after meth contamination was detected (shelter affected) and are assessing the site to protect public safety.  CBS Colorado

SPORTS NEWS

  • Coach Jim Mora oversaw a major transfer shift in CSU football when 14 players moved from UConn prior to Jan. 16, prompting fresh competition for starting roles as quarterbacks Farrar and Hejny joined the Rams.  Colorado State University
  • Colorado State men's basketball beat Air Force 81-52 at Moby Arena on Jan. 20 — the Rams improved play with returning players and a new rotation as they built an early lead and held strong against a zone defense.  Colorado State University

EVENTS

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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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  • The Ocean Blue Concert

    8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with The Ocean Blue and Brian Tighe for some nostalgic pop-rock vibes.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • Jerro at Aggie Theatre

    8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket details not specified — Experience the melodic house and downtempo electronic sounds from Belgian producer Jerro alongside CHIEF OJIH and DanDan.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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