Good Day
Fort Collins
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents are invited to join the Community Garage Sale on May 30 as part of the 360 Neighborhoods initiative to build local connections (early registrants receive garage sale signs, while all participants access printable price tags and item cards with city support). North Forty News
- ➤ Xcel Energy crews worked Wednesday to restore power outages caused by the spring snowstorm; about 30,000 customers along the Front Range remained offline (crews plan to repair individual outages after serving larger customer groups). CBS Colorado
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Columbine Health Systems sold its last eight senior living communities in Fort Collins, Loveland, and Windsor to National Health Investors on May 1, with management transferring to Generations LLC (ensuring continued care for residents). This sale completes a long-era commitment to senior care in Northern Colorado. The Coloradoan
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lise Youngblade was officially named provost and executive vice president at CSU—she served as interim since January—and now oversees the Provost’s Office and the deans of the libraries, graduate school, and eight colleges at the main campus in Fort Collins. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Larimer County officials extended fire restrictions in unincorporated areas through May 26 to lower wildfire risks. The measures, approved on May 5 (including a ban on open fires and grills) (with exceptions for indoor fireplaces and authorized burns), may lead to fines for violations. North Forty News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A heavy snowfall yesterday revived Loveland Pass as many skiers flocked to enjoy fresh powder after a record-low snow season. The boost in snow may improve skiing conditions over the next few days. CBS Colorado
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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The Crooked Rugs Live
8 PM - 2 AM — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of indie rock with local favorites and special guests.
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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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Big Shrimp Performance
8-10 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — $ — Third Turn brings their unique three-piece jam sound to the Aggie Theatre.
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