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Friday, August 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Dennis Schick and Animal Friends Alliance team up for an adoption promotion, sponsoring fees for pets adopted during a special event to support the Saving Pets Challenge.  North Forty News
  • Daylight saving time ends on November 3, 2024, in Fort Collins, transitioning into standard time with earlier sunsets ahead of the winter solstice on December 21.  The Coloradoan

CRIME NEWS

  • Fort Collins Police Services is requesting public help to identify a suspect linked to a deadly shooting on August 11, 2024, in Old Town, Fort Collins.  North Forty News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Poudre School District in Colorado outlines criteria for potential early releases or closures of elementary and middle schools due to excessive heat, with 32 schools lacking adequate cooling.  The Coloradoan
  • Colorado State University introduces a new fall concert series featuring local talent and providing students with practical experience in live music management.  North Forty News
  • Shepardson Elementary in Fort Collins welcomed students back with a red carpet, high-fives, and a festive atmosphere, continuing an eight-year tradition to kick off the 2024-25 school year.  The Coloradoan

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Changing the depth and style of birdbaths in your yard can significantly increase the diversity of bird species and other wildlife visiting, with different setups beneficial for varying sizes of birds.  Loveland Reporter-Herald

EVENTS

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  • Fall Kick-Off Celebration

    Celebrate the beginning of fall with free food and fellowship while connecting with others in the community.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Pupsicles for Pooches!

    Experience a refreshing treat for your dog with homemade pupsicles made from fresh fruits and veggies at Dogtopia of Fort Collins.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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  • Space Day Celebration for Pups

    Experience an out-of-this-world day for dogs where they can play with their furry friends and have adorable space-themed photos taken.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • 2nd Annual Sustainable Ranching Event in Colorado

    Experience innovations in sustainable ranching and connect with like-minded women leaders in agriculture at this engaging event.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Thirsty Bird: Science on Tap

    Experience an engaging evening of learning about birds with presentations from experts while enjoying craft beer at Funkwerks.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Country Western Weekend Festivities

    Experience a fun-filled weekend of cowboy and cowgirl activities including horseshoes, lassos, and western-themed crafts at Fort Collins / Lakeside KOA Holiday.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • Magical Sunset Horseback Ride

    Experience breathtaking sunsets while horseback riding at Tattered Saddle Stables, perfect for creating unforgettable family memories.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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