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Fort Collins
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Poudre School District held graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2026 between May 19 and May 21 at the Lincoln Center, Poudre High School auditorium, and Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins. Students were honored for academic achievements, hands-on internships, and earning nearly 50 college credits. The Coloradoan
- ➤ Front Range Community College was named a top-10 Military Friendly School (for veterans and their spouses) on May 26, marking its eighth consecutive year of national recognition as it supports more than 27,000 students on its three campuses and online. This accolade reflects the college's commitment to military student support. The Coloradoan
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boyd Lake State Park (near Loveland) faces low water levels that force visitors to walk farther and limit boating as officials warn that swimming is at their own risk. Drought and low snowpack have made the shoreline muddy, affecting summer recreation. CBS Colorado
- ➤ Fort Collins received 3.64 inches of rain this May—above the monthly average—yet remains in moderate drought as the forecast points to thunderstorms today with summer precipitation expected to continue and rising odds of El Niño conditions later this year. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Larimer County commissioners extended the fire ban until July 21 (and may add fireworks restrictions if dry, windy weather returns) to help reduce fire risks despite recent rain, while ongoing drought keeps conditions risky ahead of the Fourth of July. The Coloradoan
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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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School of Rock FoCo LoCo Fest - Night 1
12:00am — Aggie Theatre — $20 — Get ready to rock at the FOCO LOCO festival in Fort Collins.
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Paws & Poses Puppy Yoga
10 a.m. — The Gallery at Gallipott — Donations support Animal Friends Alliance — Stretch and snuggle with adorable pups while supporting a great cause.
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Ed Carroll Wheels for Meals Car Show
8-11 a.m. — Ed Carroll Volkswagen — Free entry — Celebrate 40 years of car shows while supporting Meals on Wheels in Fort Collins.
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Alpha Wolf Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with Alpha Wolf, Gideon, Mugshot, and Resolve.
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Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones Concert
8-11 p.m. — Sound Bar — Ticket info not specified — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones blending Indie, Folk, and Americana vibes.
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Step Up for Women and Recovery
5k event — Fort Collins, Colorado — Registration fee required — Celebrate fitness and support women in recovery.
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The Fabulous Thunderbirds Concert
7-7:30 p.m. — The Gardens on Spring Creek — Dynamically priced tickets — Catch the legendary T-Birds showcasing their high-energy blend of blues, rock, and R&B.
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