Good morning, Fort Collins.

Fort Collins earned a platinum cycling rating from the League of American Bicyclists, making it one of only three communities nationwide to top the rankings for 2026.

This honor underscores local efforts in boosting bike accessibility and support via programs like Bike Fort Collins.

Deputy Chief Kristy Volesky is honored with the 48th Conrad Ball Award on Sept.

25 at Fort Collins Country Club for 32 years of service in advancing victim advocacy and compassionate justice. The honor recognizes her work supporting vulnerable community members and mentoring future law enforcement professionals.

Maven Savage created 'The World Through Our Eyes' zine collection as a new creative space for CSU students (mostly first-years) and locals to share art and writing.

The project at Alley Cat Cafe rejects AI-generated work and welcomes submissions that highlight personal voices.

CSU organizations have launched Campus Sustainability Guides for Ram Welcome Week (aimed at cutting waste) to help first-year students host events that use organic cotton shirts and proper recycling, while organizers partner with the Zero Waste Team during move-in and the street fair.

Editor Sophie Webb welcomes new and returning CSU students to The Collegian as it begins a fresh academic year with weekly print and digital editions.

The long-running paper covers campus events and local community news for Fort Collins and invites readers to stay informed.

CSU community reflects on its long role in education as Colorado marks its 150th statehood anniversary this year.

Faculty and students underscore the school’s land-grant origins (a foundation shaping local growth) as they honor its lasting impact on the state.

A new full traffic signal is being installed at Ziegler Road and William Neal Parkway to improve travel for drivers, cyclists + pedestrians as future development looms; construction will finish by October while bike lanes and some sidewalks are closed from today to Aug.

27.

CSU has released its fall athletics preseason watchlist, highlighting key players including football TE Juice Vereen (a transfer from UConn) who is set for a big role and promising talents in women’s volleyball, golf, and soccer who are ready to compete in the upcoming season.

Shawn Colvin & Marc Cohn Concert

6 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of incredible music with renowned artists Shawn Colvin and Marc Cohn.

Marc Cohn & Shawn Colvin Concert

6-9 p.m. — The Gardens on Spring Creek — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening of soulful tunes with Grammy winners Marc Cohn and Shawn Colvin.