Good morning, Fort Collins.

A Midtown stretch flanked by the old & new King Soopers stores has seen significant changes, and more improvements are planned to shape the area’s future.

CSU and city staff will host open houses to strengthen ties between students and longtime residents as school begins.

Sessions run 4 to 6 p.m. on Aug. 26 at the University Center for the Arts and Aug. 27 at a local church — discussions cover transportation, safety and initiatives.

Colorado law allows passengers 18 and older to ride in a truck bed if the bed is fully enclosed and the passenger sits safely, but minors must ride in the cab using seatbelts—violations may lead to a Class A traffic infraction with fines of $15 to $100.