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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 8, a pickup truck overturned at College Avenue and Trilby Road in Fort Collins when its in-bed camper fell on an SUV, which closed the intersection for two hours—police reported no serious injuries. The Coloradoan
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol Cpl. Tye Simcox was cleared of criminal wrongdoing by the 17th Judicial District Attorney after he returned fire in self-defense when gunman Victor Anthony De Santiago ambushed him on U.S. Highway 36 near Federal Boulevard on September 7—Simcox was injured in his right arm while protecting his life. CBS Colorado
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Collins Cultural Services Department is launching FoCo POP, a free series of family-friendly outdoor performances in neighborhood parks that will feature national and international acts. Several shows are scheduled starting on June 26 at Library Park and continuing on July 15 (The Concert Truck at Washington Park) and July 16, 17, and 19 (with events at Civic Center, Fossil Creek, and Rolland Moore parks), and community members are encouraged to bike in and enjoy a picnic while watching the events. City of Fort Collins
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado gardeners can start planting vegetables, flowers and herbs now that frost risks have passed while keeping water usage in mind—experts say that gardeners along the Front Range and in lower elevation areas should monitor drought conditions closely. Local advice suggests using efficient watering practices to help ensure healthy spring growth. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Collins invites residents to review and comment on its draft Water Efficiency Plan to guide water conservation amid population growth and climate challenges — public input is accepted online until June 23 and will help city staff finalize the plan before presenting it to City Council and the Colorado Water Conservation Board. North Forty News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State lacrosse lost 18—14 to Utah Valley in the RMLC Division I Tournament on April 25, ending their season early even after a strong run with seven wins; coach Ryan MacDonald said the team will build on its long tradition of hard work and family spirit as it prepares for future challenges. Colorado State University
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Steel Pulse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Washington’s — $43 — Catch Steel Pulse live at Washington’s for a night of legendary reggae vibes.
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Sugar Britches: Sinnin' Sunday with Broghan Foster
4-8 p.m. — The Forge Publick House — Free entry — Experience high-brow honky-tonk with eclectic instrumental accompaniment from Sugar Britches.
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Foundations in Art - Drawing II
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Learn foundational drawing techniques for creating expressive art forms.
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Introduction to Watercolors Art Classes
1:30-4 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost information not provided — Master watercolor painting techniques in this beginner-friendly course.
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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theater Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the vibrant Irish music and dance sensation returning after its Off-Broadway premiere.
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CEC Fort Collins Fundraiser at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse — Enjoy a meal to support local student activities while savoring BJ’s famous Pizookie.
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Dennett Live
8 PM – 12 AM — Aggie Theatre — Details not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Dennett, PapaJay, Casey Sullivan, and Schloob.
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Acoustic Brunch with David Wiatrolik
10 a.m. — Ace Café — Free entry — Enjoy a bottomless mimosa while soaking in an acoustic set from a talented local musician.
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The Pickin' Pear at Avogadro's Number
7-11 p.m. — Avogadro's Number — Ticketed event — Experience the modern folk, rock, and bluegrass sounds of Tia Martini and Leon Elam on banjo and ukulele.
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No experience necessary — Enjoy a fun evening of international folk dancing in a relaxed setting.
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Newest Scam
A scam is targeting rural Larimer and Weld County. Two men came to our house near Wellington claiming they worked on our lightning rods and said a section needed replacement. They gave my wife a $3,200 bill, then dropped it to $2,000 when she objected, presenting a card labeled Underwriter’s Laboratory. She wrote the check to UL, not the man, and we stopped payment the next day.
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