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Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • United Way of Larimer County introduces WomenRise, offering $500 monthly cash assistance to single mothers post-graduation to aid their transition off public assistance.  Loveland Reporter-Herald
  • Volunteers in Fort Collins created a 9-mile chalk memorial to honor child victims of the Israel-Hamas war, using names and chalk outlines to raise awareness.  Colorado State University

CRIME NEWS

  • A former Deputy District Attorney in Larimer County, Dan Quinn, pleaded guilty to sexual assault from the late '90s to early 2000s involving an underage intern and will register as a sex offender.  CBS Colorado

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Poudre School District's high schools and middle schools have a packed schedule of plays, musicals, and performances for the 2024-25 school year, with tickets available through various online platforms.  The Coloradoan
  • Colorado State University campuses report enrollment growth, highlighting increased participation of rural, minority, and first-generation students.  North Forty News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Colorado Appeals Court upheld the approval of the Northern Integrated Storage Project, supporting Larimer County commissioners against local environmental groups.  The Coloradoan
  • Colorado offers year-round voter registration, including on Election Day, with options for online registration, mail-in ballots, and in-person voting.  The Coloradoan

SPORTS NEWS

  • Colorado State University's football team is preparing with heightened focus for their Week 7 match against San Jose State's strong passing game, aiming to leverage their recent performance improvements and key player returns.  Colorado State University
  • Colorado State University's men's basketball team prepares for a transformative season with high expectations despite the departure of star player Isaiah Stevens, focusing on team depth and new leadership roles.  Colorado State University
  • Colorado State University's volleyball team extended their undefeated streak in the Mountain West conference by overcoming the University of Wyoming with a strong performance after an initial setback.  Colorado State University

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Candlelight Concert: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

    Experience a mesmerizing candlelight concert featuring Halloween-themed musical pieces performed by a string quartet in a stunning venue.

    Thu, 10/10/24

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  • The Stews Live at The Coast

    Experience an electrifying evening with The Stews, a rock band that fuses hard rock, alternative, and indie sounds, as they perform live in Fort Collins.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • The Long View Marathon

    Experience a scenic marathon journey from Fort Collins to Loveland, featuring a half marathon starting at Fossil Creek Park.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Teen Self-Care Fair

    The annual Teen Self-Care Fair will take place on October 13th, 2024, at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. The goal is to create a space for youth to learn new coping skills and join the conversation around suicide prevention through experiential learning. This event is open to all youth (6th-12th grades) who want to explore new ways to practice self-care. Whether you're into medieval longsword, art, aerial silks, yoga, meditation, working out, or creating your own superhero, you're welcome here. Also enjoy the therapy dogs, youth bands, youth films, community resource booths, free food trucks, and giveaways!

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • Teen Self-Care Fair

    The annual Teen Self-Care Fair will take place on October 13th, 2024, at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. The goal is to create a space for youth to learn new coping skills and join the conversation around suicide prevention through experiential learning. This event is open to all youth (6th-12th grades) who want to explore new ways to practice self-care. Whether you're into medieval longsword, art, aerial silks, yoga, meditation, working out, or creating your own superhero, you're welcome here. Also enjoy the therapy dogs, youth bands, youth films, community resource booths, free food trucks, and giveaways!

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • Godsmack Live in Concert with NOTHING MORE

    Experience an electrifying night with Godsmack and NOTHING MORE at the Blue Federal Credit Union Arena in Loveland.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Foundations in Art: Professional Drawing Class

    Learn the basics of drawing through Academy-style classes focused on contour drawing, shapes, and shading techniques at 3 Square Art in Fort Collins.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Lupe Fiasco Live at Washington's

    Experience an electrifying performance by the acclaimed rapper Lupe Fiasco at Washington's FoCo in Fort Collins.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • The New Northfield: Preview Event

    Get a sneak peek at the latest homes in our Fort Collins community, Northfield, at this extra special preview event!

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • The New Northfield: Preview Event

    Get a sneak peek at the latest homes in our Fort Collins community, Northfield, at this extra special preview event!

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • The Menzingers Live in Fort Collins

    Experience an electrifying performance by The Menzingers at Washington's in Fort Collins.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Fort Collins Symphony Halloween Concert

    Experience a thrilling evening of spine-tingling tales and music featuring Halloween favorites such as Psycho, Beetlejuice, and Harry Potter.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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