Good morning, Fort Collins.

On August 7, deputies attempted to serve an eviction order in the 2600 block of Laporte Avenue when a Fort Collins man fortified his rental home with animal traps and a long gun during a 13-hour armed barricade standoff—he faced additional felony charges as law enforcement safely removed him around 10:15 p.m. and booked him on a $10,000 cash-only bond.

A new survey of over 3,200 Colorado educators found that more than half of teachers pay above the recommended share of their income on housing—leading many to consider leaving their communities or changing careers.

Some school districts are now testing affordable housing programs that cap rent at 30% of a teacher's salary to help retain quality educators.

Crossing guards are back in school zones across Northern Colorado—drivers in Fort Collins and nearby areas must slow down and obey their signals to keep children safe.

Officials say ignoring these signals may risk accidents, urging drivers to stay alert near schools.

Traffic on College Avenue will be reduced to one lane in each direction from Mulberry to Prospect today from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.—the city said tree trimming and removal work is needed for public safety and urban forest health; no parking is allowed between Mulberry and Laurel Street during the work.

CSU soccer won 2-1 against Utah Tech on August 14 when Gray Willson—new goalkeeper from Miami—made two key saves in the final 30 seconds and freshman Kaja Dionne scored the season's first goal.

The Rams started with 13 new players and held off a late push from the Trailblazers.

Plant Spirit Meditation Circle with Zoe Schapira

10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Golden Poppy Herbal Apothecary — Cost info not provided — Embrace the energy of abundance and connect with plant spirits as you prepare for the Fall Equinox.

Into the Hills Eltuck 5k

6-8 p.m. — Eltuck Group Picnic Area — Registration fee required — Enjoy a scenic run through the hills of Bellvue, CO.

Colorado Sound Music Meeting

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Avogadro's Number — Free entry — Experience a lively music meeting where attendees rate and discuss fresh tracks for potential airplay.

Tour de Fat Festival

7-11 p.m. — New Belgium Brewing Company — Stay tuned for more details — Experience a night of beer, bikes, and bemusement.

Fort Collins International Folk Dancing

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost specified — Enjoy a lively evening of folk dancing with old and new dances from various cultures in a relaxed atmosphere.

Cinema Stereo with STIL RUNNIN

7-10 p.m. — The Coast — Check local listings — Experience the electrifying sound of STIL RUNNIN, Fort Collins' revitalization of Rock 'n Roll.

Duncan Coker Live at Loveland Aleworks

3-5 p.m. — Loveland Aleworks — Free entry — Enjoy storytelling through music as Duncan Coker shares heartfelt tunes in the beer garden.

The Commodores Live Concert

6 PM – 12 AM — The Gardens on Spring Creek — Entry details unavailable — Enjoy a soulful evening with The Commodores at the Summer Concert Series.

Fort Collins International Folk Dancing

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost specified — Experience the joy of international folk dancing in a relaxed and inclusive environment.

Foco Dead Night with Tumbledown Shack

6:30-9:30 p.m. — 830 North - Live Music, Bowling, Arcade — Free admission — Celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead at this monthly gathering featuring Tumbledown Shack.