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Fort Collins
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Eye is a CSU art club that invites students from all majors to join monthly studio circles on the first Tuesday of each month. The club provides art supplies—including recycled items—and helps students enjoy creative work without grade pressure. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CSU Homecoming and Family Weekend honored five alumni who have changed the game in sports, media, comedy and poetry, including Becky Hammon, Eugene Daniels, Leslie Jones, Yusef Komunyakaa and Amy Van Dyken. Eugene Daniels delivered the May 16 commencement keynote where he urged graduates to embrace their strengths — a message that reflects the enduring Ram spirit. Colorado State University
- ➤ Professor Marius Lehene of Colorado State, who grew up on a Transylvanian farm, said art owes a deeper truth and that artists must keep learning as they face AI challenges—he stressed that education remains key to understanding modern social changes. Colorado State University
- ➤ Colorado State University researchers earned six new patents over the past year, working on projects that improve farming, medicine and technology—like finding genes that help fight weeds, making tough hydrogels, and 3D printing heart devices. The patents drive practical advances from smarter crop care to better data storage and waste conversion. Colorado State University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 49-21 win over Fresno State, CSU football will build on its success as they prepare to face Hawaii at Canvas Stadium on Oct. 18 — head coach Jay Norvell stressed the need to limit penalties and focus on discipline to counter Hawaii's air attack. Colorado State University
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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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Run Fur Fun Spooktacular
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Odell Brewing Company — Costumed participation encouraged — Enjoy a festive 5k run with your furry friends in a vibrant community setting.
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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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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No experience necessary — Enjoy weekly international folk dancing in a relaxed atmosphere.
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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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Plein Air Oil Painting Workshop
8-11 a.m. — 3 Square Art — Cost information not provided — Embrace the beauty of outdoor painting while mastering the art of capturing nature's light and colors.
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WookieFoot Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a unique blend of music and charity with WookieFoot, a band that embodies art and community spirit.
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The Makers Hive Market
12-5 p.m. — Shop Foothills — Free admission — Explore handmade goods from local artisans and enjoy a cozy fall atmosphere.
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Fall Dirt Pile Cyclocross Bike Race Series
4-7 p.m. — New Belgium Brewing Company — Online registration only — Enjoy an exciting series of cyclocross races hosted by SendTown Bike Club in the heart of Fort Collins.
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