Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
Good morning, Fort Collins.
On Sept. 26, Fort Collins Rescue Mission broke ground at 1355 Mason St. for its new $27.5 million homeless resolution center, which will offer overnight shelter for 250 men, day shelter services, and case management.
Construction will last 12 to 14 months—addressing capacity challenges caused by a fire at its current facility.
A national survey of over 3,000 truck drivers by American River Wellness found that Lakewood, Fort Collins and Arvada have the worst drivers in Colorado even though drivers here rate better than those in most cities nationwide.
Truckers criticized aggressive driving and unsafe lane changes on the Front Range—while Allstate identified Fort Collins as one of the safest based on collision data.
Candidates for the Poudre School District Board of Education will meet with voters at two forums on Sept.
29 at Foothills Unitarian Church and Oct. 6 at City Hall, and Weld RE-4 candidates will take part in a Q&A session on Oct. 7 at Hollister Lake Elementary School—these events help prepare for the November election.
Voters in Fort Collins can hear from mayor and City Council candidates when the League of Women Voters of Larimer County hosts a City Council forum on Sept.
29 and a mayor forum on Oct. 1 at City Hall, 300 Laporte Ave starting at 7 p.m. Live coverage is available on fcgov.com/fctv + Comcast and Connexion channel 14.
Colorado law requires drivers on highways with a 65 mph speed limit to use the far left lane only for passing or turning left — driving slowly in that lane can lead to a Class A traffic infraction with up to a $100 fine and points on the license.
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.
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.
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.
The Oh Hellos Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Washington's — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening with The Oh Hellos featuring Rabbitology at a beloved local venue.
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.
Megan Hamilton Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Not specified — Experience the unique funk sounds of Minneapolis producer and vocalist Megan Hamilton.
New Belgium Half Marathon & 5k Fun Run
7:30 a.m. — New Belgium Brewing Company — Half Marathon: $70+ & 5k: $40+ — Run scenic trails along the Poudre River and enjoy a celebration with live music and local brews.
Foundations in Art - Drawing III
6-9 p.m. — 3 Square Art — Course Fee Required — Enhance your skills in capturing the human form through an intensive figure drawing class.
Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost mentioned — Experience a night of vibrant international folk dances in a relaxed atmosphere.
Sons of Habit Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience the musical journey of Sons of Habit, a band rooted in their Kentucky origins.
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