Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
Good morning, Fort Collins.
📰 Economy
Fort Collins Utilities compared one-hour costs for 21 items during peak and nonpeak periods.
The rate analysis helps customers see how electricity prices vary based on usage.
🌲 Environment
Colorado officials presented the 2026 Wildfire Preparedness Plan to Gov. Polis, detailing a year-round strategy to detect, prevent, and quickly respond to wildfires in Northern Colorado communities (including Larimer and Weld counties).
The plan boosts resources with expanded firefighting capabilities and advanced detection technology.
🏈 Sports
CSU softball lost to Grand Canyon 11–2 Saturday at its home field, with the game ending after five innings due to the run rule (a factor that influenced the final score).
The loss gave the team practice as it prepared for the Mountain West Championship.
On May 1, CSU softball lost by a score of 9 to 7 to No. 1 GCU — the game saw strong early play fizzled by late homers from Ellie Pond.
Coach Jen Fisher said the team is learning to close games ahead of its final home game Saturday.
🎉 Fort Collins Events
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Cinco de Bachata Night
7:30-11 p.m. — The Neighbor — Attendance ticket required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo week with Bachata dancing and a complimentary dance lesson.
Nick Critchlow Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Tiho's Tequila Bar and Restaurant — Check for entry details — Enjoy original acoustic tunes from local singer/songwriter Nick Critchlow.
Candlelight Concert Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lyric — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical live tribute to Fleetwood Mac under candlelight in a stunning venue.
Beyond Fear
7-8:30 p.m. — Bas Bleu Theatre Company — Free entry — Engage in an enlightening evening with Buddhist Nun Gen Kelsang Gomlam exploring mindfulness and spiritual growth.
25th Anniversary Party and Walk Kickoff Party!
Home Instead of Northern Colorado is celebrating 25 years of serving older adults in our community with a public event at Odell Brewing Co. on Saturday, May 17 (noon–4 p.m.). Rather than throwing ourselves a party, we're using the milestone to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado — an organization that supports many of the families we've cared for over the past quarter century.
TOPS Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience Montreal's TOPS as they perform tracks from their ambitious new album 'Sugar At The Gate'.
Purity Ring Live with mmj
8:00-9:30 PM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience Purity Ring's new concept album inspired by RPG adventures.
Grant Farm Reunion Show
8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket price TBD — Celebrate Tyler Grant's 50th birthday with cosmic Americana beats from Grant Farm.
The Crooked Rugs Live
8 PM - 2 AM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of indie rock with local favorites and special guests.
Tab Benoit Concert
7-10 p.m. — Washington’s — Tickets available — Experience the soulful Delta swamp blues of Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit.
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