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Fort Collins
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State University marked 50 years of its Visual Arts Building with an interactive exhibit at Hatton Gallery on Oct. 17 that detailed the department’s push for a safe, dedicated art space. Faculty, alumni and students reflected on the building’s evolution — noting its roots in 1970s reforms and protests that led to the modern facility. Colorado State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters will consider Ballot Issue 302, a tax-extension measure to fund 52 Fort Collins natural areas including trails and benches; if approved, the measure will shift spending from 80% conservation and 20% maintenance to 70% and 30% respectively beginning in 2061—continuing a program established in 1992. Colorado State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Livermore Fire Protection District broke ground on its new fire station at 6382 Red Mountain Road in northern Larimer County to improve emergency response for a growing region. The facility is being built under a 100-year lease with the Colorado State University Research Foundation (CSURF) and will include five apparatus bays and a room for community meetings. North Forty News
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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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Melvin Seals Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the musical journey of Melvin Seals, a key figure in the jam band scene.
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Canyon Concert Ballet - Dracula
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a thrilling ballet rendition of the classic tale of Dracula, complete with live orchestra and stunning choreography.
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Inside The Mind Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $21.94 — Experience the powerful sounds of Stylie, an American reggae band known for their heavy riddims and emotive lyrics.
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Canyon Concert Ballet: Dracula
4-5:30 p.m. — Lincoln Center Performance Hall — Tickets from $60 — Experience the hauntingly beautiful ballet adaptation of Dracula in a captivating performance.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Administration I Training
November 3-7 — Digital Workshop Center — $2250 — Enhance your Linux skills with in-depth training covering system administration essentials and comprehensive lab exercises.
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost specified — Enjoy weekly recreational folk dancing with a relaxed atmosphere and diverse cultural dances.
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