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Fort Collins
Friday, April 11th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Collins will host an open house on April 24 at the Senior Center from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to collect community input on renovating the tennis complex and playground at Rolland Moore Community Park — the improvements are funded by the 2050 Sales Tax Initiative and part of the Parks Infrastructure Replacement Program Plan — ensuring planned updates reflect local needs. City of Fort Collins
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Platte River Power Authority has partnered with Weld Energy Storage (a NextEra Energy Resources subsidiary) to develop its first large-scale battery energy storage project that will store up to 400 megawatt-hours of energy and support a 100 megawatt output for more than four hours. The project, located next to its largest solar project in Severance and linking to a new substation, will see construction begin early next year with a long-term energy storage agreement taking effect in late 2026. Loveland Reporter-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Devon McCormick, a 22-year-old man from Greeley, faced charges at the Larimer County Justice Center in Fort Collins on April 10th—he is accused of two counts of attempted sexual assault and two counts of aggravated sexual contact, both class 3 felonies, as well as three counts of indecent exposure through masturbation. Loveland Reporter-Herald
- ➤ On April 9, 2025, around 8:15 a.m., deputies responded to calls about an armed man at a home on North Whitcomb Street where Yonic Mendoza-Sanchez broke in, stole a shotgun, and climbed onto the roof—he possibly fired one round and was quickly arrested with no injuries reported. North Forty News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners in Colorado who were turned down by three insurers got a new option when the FAIR Plan website launched Thursday, April 10th, and it began accepting applications for personal property insurance. Officials said insurance agents will soon get access to the system—so they can provide quick quotes—and that applications for commercial properties are expected later this year. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jared Polis signed a bill on Thursday that gives Colorado one of the strictest gun laws in the nation and requires two background checks, a sheriff’s permit, and certified weapons training for buying certain semi-automatic guns. The law bans rapid-fire conversion devices and will apply to new transactions starting in August 2026. CBS Colorado
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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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Eric Golden Live Show
7 PM–1 AM — Bruce's Bar and Restaurant — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of traditional Honky Tonk Country Music with Denver's own Eric Golden.
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FoCo Vintage Market
10:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Foothills — Free entry — Discover retro treasures and local art at the vibrant FoCo Vintage Market.
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Introduction to Watercolors: Art Classes
1:30-4:00 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost information not provided — Master watercolor techniques in beginner-friendly classes for aspiring artists.
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Sip 'N Stitch Workshop
Relax and sip local beverages while learning decorative stitching at this creative workshop — Evening — Museum of Art Fort Collins — Cost included with beverages — Perfect for crafting enthusiasts or newcomers.
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