Good Day
Fort Collins
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, CBS Colorado's Lauren Whitney joined Safeway employee Robert in a grocery bagging competition—raising funds for the Special Olympics and other charities. Michael Spencer and Brian Flores also took part in the annual event. CBS Colorado
- ➤ Fort Collins is hosting multiple Memorial Day ceremonies on May 26 at Edora Park, Grandview Cemetery, and Roselawn Cemetery, where invocations, flag raisings, and guest speakers will honor veterans. A traveling Vietnam Wall and Field of Honor + booths, food trucks, and a name reading will be on display at Spring Canyon Park from May 23 to May 26 for public participation. The Coloradoan
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CBS Colorado anchor Michelle Griego fulfilled her lifelong dream when she filled in for CBS Mornings on May 22nd—she said the moment shows her three daughters that big dreams can come true. CBS Colorado
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Mountain National Park has not set a reopening date for Moraine Park Campground even though renovations will let its 244 sites open this summer. The Fall River Entrance Station — with new kiosks and a dedicated transponder lane — fully reopened on May 21 to help visitors access the park ahead of Memorial Day weekend. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At an April City Council meeting, one Fort Collins resident said that modified mufflers were extremely loud and obnoxious—remarks that raised local noise concerns. The Coloradoan
- ➤ North Meldrum Street from Mountain Avenue to Laporte Avenue will be closed to traffic starting May 27 as Fort Collins Utilities begins work on the Wastewater Collection System Replacement Project—an effort expected to take 13 weeks, weather permitting. No parking will be allowed and detour routes will be posted during this time. City of Fort Collins
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local mother is helping construction workers deal with mental health challenges by linking them to support for drug abuse and suicide prevention+ she says early support is vital in a challenging industry. Her work highlights the growing need for mental health resources among workers facing high-pressure conditions. CBS Colorado
TRAVEL NEWS
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Jimbeaux's Cajun Cuisine Festival
2-7 p.m. — Purpose Brewing and Cellars — Explore Cajun flavors with gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
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Sugar Britches Full Band Show
3-9 p.m. — Maxline Brewing — No cover — Experience the mischievous high-brow honky-tonk of Sugar Britches with clever lyrics and eclectic instrumentation.
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Here Comes The Sun
6-7:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Free entry for children 5 & under — An evening of dancing and laughter awaits at the Spring Show 2025.
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Bags, Brews, and A Better World
12-8 p.m. — Zwei Brewing Co. — Handmade tote included with beer purchase — Celebrate community with a cooking workshop, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Kickoff to Summer 2025 at Grimm Brothers
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Grimm Brothers Brewing | Taproom + Kitchen — Free entry — Celebrate the summer solstice with live music from ThreeShots and refreshing drinks on the patio.
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On-Site Tour at Brookdale Fort Collins
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Brookdale Fort Collins — Free entry — Explore personalized care and vibrant living in a welcoming community designed for independence.
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Foundations in Art - Drawing I
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost info not provided — Learn foundational drawing techniques in a supportive environment to enhance your artistic skills.
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Annika Rose Live with Ava Maybee
7-10 p.m. — The Coast — Tickets available — Experience a night of innovative sounds blending rock and electronic vibes in the heart of Fort Collins.
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ALS Community Picnic
1-3 p.m. — Fossil Creek Lake Pavilion #2 — Free event — A relaxing outing for ALS individuals, families, and caregivers to connect and enjoy the outdoors.
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Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
9 a.m. — Geriatric Education Center, LLC — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills with this comprehensive training class focused on UML.
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