Good Day
Fort Collins
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Iranian community members in Colorado voiced concerns on Saturday after reports of a military operation in Iran by the U.S. and Israel + They stressed the need for freedom while questioning the conflict's broader impact on the Middle East. CBS Colorado
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CSU student Ellinor Davis runs Happenstance Coffee Company’s cart on the Oval, sharing her passion and authentic conversations via social media. She balances classes with her business while planning to expand to private event catering and a brick-and-mortar location this summer. Colorado State University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bruce Cockburn returns for two solo performances at the Armory Event Center on March 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. as part of his tour, featuring a set of career-spanning classics and new songs from O Sun O Moon + intentionally excluding his controversial hit. North Forty News
- ➤ Fort Collins comedy fans will catch nationally touring stand-up comedian Lace Larrabee at The Comedy Fort (167 N. College Ave) on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at the venue. North Forty News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State University installed six new electronic billboards on campus property and near major intersections — including those on Prospect Road and Shields, Elizabeth, and Laurel streets — on Feb. 27, with the signs now visible in Fort Collins. The Coloradoan
- ➤ Campaigns for the Associated Students CSU elections are underway as speaker candidate Ryer Roberts (a sophomore from Agricultural Sciences) runs unopposed and promises to boost senate communication and participation among 33,000 students. Colorado State University
- ➤ ASCSU elections are underway as incumbent Jakye Nunley (student body president seeking reelection) and junior Abraham Mapatano campaign for top student government positions in the 2025-26 academic year, aiming to boost campus engagement and build academic workforce opportunities. Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU Assistant Professor Keaton Fletcher, who leads the Leadership in Organizational Networks Lab & co-hosts the Healthy Work podcast, received the 2026 Joel Lefkowitz Early Career Award from the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology for his research on workplace social stress that promotes worker well-being. Colorado State University
- ➤ Victoria Quesada-Stoner and Ben Gregg are campaigning for ASCSU leadership for the 2025-26 academic year at CSU. The candidates, a junior and a senior, are promoting food security, housing solutions, and transparency to boost student engagement. Colorado State University
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Miniso opened its Fort Collins store on Feb. 28, offering a playful array of snacks including Dubai chocolate-style treats, canned Dalgona lattes, Japanese Pocky sticks, protein chips (Dr.You) and drink-inspired gummies for shoppers to enjoy a taste of global pop culture. The Coloradoan
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Lace Larrabee Stand-Up Comedy
6-12:30 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with nationally touring comedian Lace Larrabee, a Sirius XM favorite and former beauty queen.
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The Mountain Performance at The Realm Collective
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Center for Creativity — Free entry — Experience a unique performance exploring the concept of ‘home’ through music for two clarinets.
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Moms Unhinged Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — The Comedy Fort — Tickets available — Enjoy clean comedy exploring the hilarious realities of motherhood and midlife crises.
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Introduction to Figure Drawing Class
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Course fee required — Learn essential figure drawing techniques in a supportive and focused environment.
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Merkules Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience award-winning Canadian hip-hop artist Merkules and his engaging performances alongside other talented artists.
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AJ Wilkerson Live Comedy Show
7:30-10:30 PM — The Comedy Fort — Tickets required — Experience the youthful charm of AJ Wilkerson, a rapidly rising star in the comedy scene.
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Benise Concert
5-7 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — All-In Pricing — Experience a romantic evening with Emmy-winning guitarist Benise as he performs classic pieces in an intimate setting.
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Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Trail Head Tavern — Tickets required — Celebrate early with a festive pub crawl filled with games, contests, and plenty of Irish-ish cheer.
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The Strumbellas Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the uplifting blend of suffering and celebration in the music of The Strumbellas.
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GuitART Presentation by David Michael Boyd
7-9 p.m. — Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggener Farm Park — Free entry — Experience the artistry of guitar restoration with an interactive and inspiring showcase.
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