Good Day
Fort Collins
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cherry On Top Bookshop opened less than a month ago at 119 E Mountain Ave as Fort Collins’ first romance-only bookstore + co-owners Devon Beuret and Meredith Glover plan book clubs and author events to foster community with a portrait wall honoring influential women. Colorado State University
- ➤ The Printed Dreams exhibition at the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art features Edo woodblock prints and modern manga until May 17 — curated by Tiffany Hajicek and Garrett Schroeder to connect historic art with contemporary storytelling. Colorado State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Front Range Passenger Rail District has launched its 'Name the Train' campaign asking residents to vote for a name for the rail service that will run between Pueblo and Fort Collins in 2029. The agency plans a November ballot measure to secure funding — options include FRED and RangeLink. CBS Colorado
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 3 CSU women’s basketball team will face No. 9 Air Force after winning the semifinal on March 9, as they fight for an NCAA bid despite recently losing Lexus Bargesser, and Air Force’s Milahnie Perry has scored above 15 points in every tournament game. Colorado State University
- ➤ After leading with crucial three-pointers, guard Marta Leimane helped CSU overcome a slow start and compensate for Lexus Bargesser’s injury in the Mountain West semifinals on March 9 — the Rams rallied to a 66-59 win over UNLV and will now face Air Force. Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU women’s basketball players Brooke Carlson, Kloe Froebe and Hannah Ronsiek livestreamed their game against San Diego State on Feb. 11 using Creator Sports Network and Opendorse, making them the first college athletes to broadcast their play. Their move aimed to boost recognition and earnings for women athletes. Colorado State University
- ➤ CSU women’s basketball claimed the Mountain West Championship on Tuesday by defeating Air Force 56 to 42 and will play in the NCAA Tournament next. The win, their first since 2016, came from key free throws and strong defense. Colorado State University
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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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An Evening with Shadowgrass
8-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy an evening of captivating bluegrass performances by talented bands.
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Fort Collins RockHounds Show
4-8 p.m. — Thomas M McKee 4-H, Youth and Community Building — $4 single day, $7 three-day pass — Explore agates and minerals with hands-on identification tables and exciting door prizes.
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The Cottage
7:30-10 p.m. — Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a comical farce of love and chaos in the English countryside.
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Hot Flash Heat Wave Concert
6-9 p.m. — Sound Bar — $24.72 — Catch a carefree performance from the former garage band turned indie music sensation.
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Vienna Teng Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of Vienna Teng, a celebrated singer-songwriter blending folk, pop, and classical influences.
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