Good Day
Fort Collins
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tiana Kennedy, a Raise the Future board member, previewed A Day for Wednesday’s Child by discussing her foster parenting experience during an interview (with CBS Colorado’s Mekialaya White) that highlighted the nonprofit’s work to support Colorado foster children. CBS Colorado
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CSU celebrated artistry and identity at its annual drag show (Mystic Mayhem) on March 29 as local students and community members enjoyed performances by RuPaul’s Drag Race queen Nini Coco, and tips from the free event helped fund scholarships via the Pride Resource Center. Colorado State University
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SmartAsset’s April 3 calculations set Colorado’s middle-class income range at $64,742 to $194,226, up from $61,934 to $185,822 last year; similar shifts in Aurora, Denver, and Colorado Springs place the state eighth nationwide for the upper limit. The Coloradoan
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students are now taking college courses at a local community college, earning credits early to jump-start their education. This program offers them a head start on their career path before graduating. CBS Colorado
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ CSU's Colorado Climate Center map shows record-breaking heat in Fort Collins this March, with temperatures reaching levels usually seen in April and prompting early snowmelt that could raise fire risks. Experts will study if climate change is driving more of these events. CBS Colorado
- ➤ Colorado's Division of Fire Prevention and Control is preparing to use two state-owned aircraft for early wildfire detection and response this summer. Officials say the move aims to reduce risks during a challenging wildfire season. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USDA announced on March 31 that the Forest Service will reorganize by moving its headquarters to Salt Lake City and designating Fort Collins (serving Colorado and Kansas) as a hub for operations and research. Phased changes will roll out over the coming year. The Coloradoan
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced on March 3 that over 3.1 million bottles of eye drops sold at retailers (including Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid and others) have been recalled for sterility concerns, so Fort Collins shoppers should check any purchases. CBS Colorado
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Spring Fling Bachata Night
7:30-11 p.m. — The Neighbor — Ticket required — Celebrate with special performances and birthday festivities at this elegant Bachata night.
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Sam Grisman Project
8-11 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Cost details not provided — Celebrate the musical legacy of David 'Dawg' Grisman with this talented collective.
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Cardinal Bloom Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Tickets available — Experience the Indie Rock vibes of Cardinal Bloom from Salt Lake City.
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Heliotrope Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $15.66 — Experience the indie rock vibe of Heliotrope from the thriving Fort Collins music scene.
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Art Play Date/ Crafternoon #14
1-3 p.m. — Always Be Creating — Free entry — Create art in community while enjoying snacks and conversation.
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Dar Williams in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Fort Collins Armory — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the musical storytelling of Dar Williams and Ruth Theodore with themes of reflection and co-creation.
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Earth Day Fort Collins Celebration
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Odell Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with live music, a vibrant market, and community cleanup activities.
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Sundays of Sound - Gong Journey
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Rocky Mountain Restore & Stretch LLC — Cost not specified — Experience deep relaxation and transformation through the resonant tones of large healing gongs.
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Black Violin Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative fusion of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical music by Black Violin.
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The Brudi Brothers Live
8-11 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the dynamic Americana sounds of Seattle's favorite buskers, The Brudi Brothers.
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