Good Day
Fort Collins
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Young Fort Collins artists are turning hobbies like painting, photography, and ceramics into income streams by opening Etsy shops and selling at local markets—many feel pressure to balance art with business. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CSU President Amy Parsons delivered the annual Fall Address and Picnic to about 2,500 people at the historic Oval on Oct. 8—where the event featured the marching band, a student protest, and remarks by Chancellor Tony Frank. The Coloradoan
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Collins and Larimer County bought a 675-acre parcel to grow Bobcat Ridge Natural Area and stop a planned housing project—they will open the 1.75-mile Elk Meadow Trail on Oct. 11th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with family events and guided hikes at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m. The Coloradoan
- ➤ Today, a large rockslide at Berthoud Pass changed the cliff face by sending huge boulders tumbling down—backcountry skiers and boarders worry the slide may increase risks for winter sports enthusiasts. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Parks and Wildlife is talking with Alaska officials to capture 10-15 wolves for release this winter — they plan to get wolves from the Tok area that show little contact with livestock amid trade tensions with British Columbia. The Coloradoan
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Fire Prevention Week, local fire agencies are warning residents about the fire risks from lithium ion batteries in everyday devices like phones and laptops. Front Range Fire Rescue and NFPA urge residents to buy certified products, charge devices on hard surfaces (and avoid leaving them plugged in unattended), and recycle old batteries properly. North Forty News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Sports Hall of Fame announced plans to induct six athletes next year including Steve Foley, Lafayette 'Fat' Lever, Kordell Stewart, Gigi Fernandez, Wendy Koenig and Harry Hollines. CBS Colorado
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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.
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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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The Addams Family
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Lincoln Center Performance Hall — Tickets from $69 — Enjoy a spine-tingling performance of The Addams Family.
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Fall 2025 Putters & Pints Mini Golf League
7-9 p.m. — Old Town Putt — $50 per team — Compete weekly for prizes and glory in a fun mini golf league with local brewery specials.
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An Evening with Margaret Mizushima
6 p.m. — Old Town Library — Free entry — Celebrate the latest release with renowned author Margaret Mizushima in a fascinating conversation with Kathleen Donnelly.
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Foundations in Art: Painting I
1:30-4 p.m. — 3 Square Art — $N/A — Learn essential painting techniques in a structured, hands-on environment.
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Joe Samba Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Washington’s — Cost not specified — Experience the rock ‘n’ roll spirit and reggae soul of Joe Samba in an intimate setting.
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Larimer Chorale Presents: Let Music Reign
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Colorado State University — Ticketed event — Celebrate the grand opening of the 49th season with captivating music crafted for moments of majesty.
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Patrick Warburton Live Comedy
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic brilliance of beloved TV actor Patrick Warburton.
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Student-Led Candidate Forum | PSD Board of Education
Candidates for open seats on the Poudre School District Board of Education will face voters at a student-led candidate forum hosted by Liberty Common High School. The following candidates will be participating in this forum: • District C | Karla Baise • District C | Sabrina Herrick • District D | Coronda Ziegler • District E | Andrew Spain As a public charter school within PSD, Liberty Common School benefits from informed, pro-charter leadership on the district board. Community members and charter-school families are encouraged to attend, be visible, and stay informed about the individuals seeking election to this important governing body.
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If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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