Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
Good morning, Fort Collins.
A 57-year-old hunter from Illinois — who was prepared with proper gear — became lost near Jack Dickens Trail on September 22, prompting a search by rescue teams from Jackson, Larimer, and Grand Counties amid a fierce snowstorm.
He was found safe on September 24 — he credited his survival to staying calm and building a fire — and officials remind outdoor enthusiasts to prepare for rapidly changing winter conditions.
The Off the Clock exhibit at the Lory Student Center’s Sideshow Gallery shows creative works by student staff until Oct.
3—featuring various art techniques like printmaking and eco-printing that add a unique campus touch.
Fort Collins Utilities announced that nonsummer electricity peak hours will shift to 5-9 p.m. starting today, and the cost per kilowatt-hour will be more than three times higher than off-peak rates—customers can lower their bills by running major appliances during nonpeak times.
The city attorney's office is dismissing 477 speeding citations from a radar camera on West Prospect Road in Fort Collins that were misprinted — missing details such as the driver's name, vehicle, and violation — to clear up driver concerns.
Drivers who have paid can email the municipal court for a refund — officials confirmed the error was corrected when the vendor resent the proper citations — while those with incomplete citations from Sept. 4—17 do not need to pay.
Fort Collins City Council candidate Zoelle Lane visited CSU on Thursday to speak at a Political Review forum and discussed labor rights, affordable housing, and environmental sustainability as she seeks to represent the area that covers CSU and southern Fort Collins.
She said the council did not support unionization—fearing it would hurt workers—and she plans to push for higher wages before the Nov. 4 municipal election.
On Tuesday, Deion Sanders apologized for the behavior of Colorado Buffaloes fans at the BYU game at Folsom Field.
His apology follows a Big 12 public reprimand—resulting in a $50,000 fine for the University of Colorado.
Denver Broncos running back J.K.
Dobbins said he hopes his team will peak at the right time this season—he expects the Philadelphia Eagles game this weekend will test their offense.
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.
Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
8:45-9:45 p.m. — The Lyric — Tickets required — Experience the magic of a live tribute to The Beatles in a unique candlelight setting.
Learning to Paint en Plein Air with Oils
8-11 a.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost info not provided — Learn to capture the beauty of nature with oil paints in the fresh air under expert guidance.
The Addams Family Musical
2:00 – 3:30 PM — The Lincoln Center — Tickets required — Experience the delightfully dark and comedic world of the Addams family in this lively musical.
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