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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Collins man, Jesse Romero DiGrappa, was arrested on April 3 for three sexual assault cases reported in March—one incident at 2 a.m. on March 16th downtown and another during a dating app meeting on March 23rd—and detectives believe additional victims may be unidentified. North Forty News
- ➤ No DUI NoCo is launching a campaign to warn teens, parents (and community members) about the risks of impaired driving during prom season in Northern Colorado, noting that data show one-third of teen alcohol-related fatalities occur between April and June. The group urged families to arrange safe rides and discuss expectations as incidents rise from alcohol, marijuana, and prescription drug use. North Forty News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fossil Ridge High School teams swept state championships during March 29-30, with its Winter Guard ensemble winning its second straight state title at Denver Coliseum — and its Winter Percussion ensemble earning the scholastic open title at Clune Arena. A new middle-school winter guard program for future students also won a state title — adding to a season of strong championship wins. The Coloradoan
- ➤ An autism resource fair will be held Sunday at the Museum of Discovery in Fort Collins with a screening of the documentary on Temple Grandin from 12:30–2:15 p.m. The event will also feature a book signing by the autism advocate and guided tours for children by trained CSU students—with art, music, and gaming available for additional activities. The Coloradoan
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Mountain National Park is asking visitors to decontaminate gear and report injured bats after the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans was detected in bats at the Holzwarth Historic Site area (the first confirmed detection in Grand County). The fungus causes white-nose syndrome, a disease that has led to millions of bat deaths. The Coloradoan
- ➤ Experts say bear spray can help protect against wildlife encounters during outdoor recreation; while attacks are rare, risks may rise when pets are present. Carry your spray in an easy-access place and use a three to four second burst when an animal comes near—practice using it beforehand—to stay safe. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilmember Melanie Potyondy will host an informal community listening session from 10 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 13 at City Hall in the CIC Conference Room—300 Laporte Ave—where all residents can share ideas about local issues. City of Fort Collins
- ➤ Town officials in Windsor spent over $2 million to purchase 2,800 street light poles from local electric providers. They will convert non-LED poles to LED—saving more than $5 million in energy bills and recouping the cost in about 7 to 8 years. CBS Colorado
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost specified — Experience a weekly gathering of old and new international dances in a relaxed setting.
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Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Chipper's Lanes Horsetooth — Ticket prices vary — Experience the multi-genre sounds of Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards in an engaging live performance.
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Global Adventures: Discovering Bhutan
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures — Free entry — Explore the beauty and culture of Bhutan in a captivating presentation.
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Wesley Scott & The Silver-Dollars Live Performance
9 PM – 1 AM — Lucky Joe's Sidewalk Saloon — Check for cover charge — Catch the energetic beats of Wesley Scott & The Silver-Dollars at a popular local venue.
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Children's Authors-Illustrators Signing
11 AM – 2 PM — Old Firehouse Books — Free entry — Get your favorite children's books signed by beloved authors and catch a debut release.
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Redd & The Paper Flowers Concert
5-9 p.m. — Wolverine Farm Publick House — Free entry — Experience the enchanting sounds of Appalachian Folk-grass with Redd & The Paper Flowers and special guests.
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CEC Fort Collins Fundraiser: Jason’s Deli
8 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Jason's Deli — Enjoy delicious meals while supporting local college opportunities and financial aid at this fundraiser.
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Let’s Do Lunch Fundraiser
11:30 a.m. — Hilton Fort Collins — Donations encouraged — Support hot meal provisions for older and disabled adults in the community.
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Soulja Boy Live with Mitchell James and HOT BOYZ
8 PM – 12 AM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a night of hip-hop with Soulja Boy and special guests.
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FoCoMX – Fort Collins Music eXperiment
5-10:30 p.m. — Art Lab Fort Collins — Tickets available — Experience over 400 Colorado bands across 35+ stages at the largest music festival in Colorado.
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