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Fort Collins
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Sept. 25, South Shields Street between West Drake Road and Rocky Mountain Way was closed after a gas leak was discovered around 1 p.m. in a construction area, with emergency crews working to repair the leak while drivers were advised to avoid intersections at Shields and Drake and Shields and West Horsetooth Road—repairs remain undetermined. City of Fort Collins
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln Center will host a free artist reception and panel discussion on October 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—local artists Gregory Fields, Todd Kundla, Allie Ogg, and Stephan Shachtman will share insights on public art and personal expression while guests enjoy light refreshments. City of Fort Collins
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Collins launched a one-year pilot partnership with Compost Queen yesterday funded by disposable bag ordinance fees to expand food scrap composting for residents and businesses. The program will reduce landfill waste and lower greenhouse gas emissions while collecting data to guide future zero waste efforts — officials expect it to divert up to 165 tons of food waste over the year. City of Fort Collins
- ➤ Colorado’s high country is lighting up with bright fall colors as leaves near their peak — making Saturday a great day for local families to explore mountain trails — while nature showcases its changing beauty. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Collins will close the 200 block of Linden Street (between Walnut Street and Jefferson Street) on Oct. 3 from 5-9 p.m. to host First Friday activities that include live music, sidewalk vendors and a skateboard expo. City of Fort Collins
- ➤ Fort Collins will host the 2025 Urban Design Awards at the Drake Center on Monday, Oct. 6 from 4:30—7:30 p.m.—the event will honor projects that improve our city’s built environment with winners chosen by a local committee. City of Fort Collins
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State volleyball lost 3-2 to Wyoming on September 25 with scores of 20-25, 21-25, 25-18, 25-19, and 13-15. Several players had strong blocks and kills—setter Erin Debiec broke her season assist record—and the team will play Nevada in a home game in two days. Colorado State University
- ➤ After Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi struggled against UTSA, coach Jay Norvell replaced him with backup Jackson Brousseau, whose strong play led to a touchdown drive and secured his start in the Washington State game on Sept. 23 — a decision seen as a turning point for the Rams. Coach Norvell praised Brousseau’s communication and execution, qualities he said were vital to the team’s strategy moving forward. Colorado State University
- ➤ Colorado State football is rebranding as it prepares for a new conference while relying on key transfers such as quarterback Tahj Bullock and linebacker Jacob Ellis to fill gaps after losing wide receiver Tory Horton—defensive changes underline the team's fresh strategy. Colorado State University
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Master Classical Painting Workshop
1:30-4 p.m. — 3 Square Art — $ — Create a Baroque masterpiece inspired by the techniques of Caravaggio and Rembrandt in this immersive art class.
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Introduction to Figure Drawing Course
5:30-8 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Class fee applicable — Master the art of figure drawing through essential techniques and hands-on practice.
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Foco Dead Night with Tumbledown Shack
6:30-9:30 p.m. — 830 North - Live Music, Bowling, Arcade — Free entry — Experience an evening of Grateful Dead tunes and vibrant community spirit.
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Mo Lowda & The Humble with French Cassettes Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of captivating live music featuring Mo Lowda & The Humble alongside French Cassettes.
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Roberts Ranch Public Tour
Tucked into the foothills near Livermore, Roberts Ranch has been home to Native peoples, a stop along the Overland Trail, and since 1874 a working cattle ranch. On Saturday, October 4, the gates will open for a rare guided tour, inviting you to experience how history and modern stewardship meet on this protected land.
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