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Fort Collins
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 3Hopeful Hearts will host its annual 'Be The Light' Gala on November 8 at Windsong Estate Event Center, 2901 Saddler Boulevard in Severance from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event will raise funds for programs that support families who have lost a child—attendees will enjoy gourmet dining and both silent and live auctions. North Forty News
- ➤ CSU's RISE HAI lab, led by Associate Professor Shelby McDonald, studies how animal bonds help improve mental health and guide pet-friendly housing policies. The lab also offers volunteer opportunities with HABIC (Human-Animal Bond in Colorado) to support students and local well-being. Colorado State University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Museum of Art Fort Collins is showing Indigenous Voices: A Contemporary Art Exhibition that features works from living Native artists including pieces by curator Gregg Deal and emerging painter Sage Deal. The exhibit runs until Jan. 4th—offering the community a fresh look at contemporary Indigenous art. Colorado State University
- ➤ Colorado State University professor Matthew Cooperman spoke on Nov. 3 about his new poetry collection and how his Guggenheim Fellowship will support his next project—he will read his work at the Lory Student Center tomorrow as part of a fundraising event for the Larimer County Food Bank. This discussion highlighted his approach to using poetry to speak truth to power and address issues like the climate crisis. Colorado State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Larimer County deputies rescued a bear found trapped in a car overnight in the foothills using pepperball devices—while the vehicle sustained damage, no one was hurt. North Forty News
- ➤ Visitors at Soapstone Prairie Natural Area saw bison from the Laramie Foothills Bison Conservation Herd mark their 10-year reintroduction as of Nov. 1. Colorado State University and partners worked to keep the animals disease-free by preventing brucellosis — a measure that has helped maintain the herd in its historic range. Colorado State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Food Bank for Larimer County is urging lawmakers to end the shutdown as 34,000 residents who rely on SNAP face growing food insecurity—new sign-ups at its Fresh Food Share No-Cost Markets have tripled from 150 to 478 in one month. The bank has offered up to $5,000 in emergency food purchase grants to local partners while programs like CSU’s Basic Needs continue serving students and families in need. North Forty News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State women’s basketball beat Weber State 75 to 58 on Nov. 4 after transfer players helped hold a lead almost the whole game—Lexus Bargesser led with 22 points. Head coach Ryun Williams said the team found a lineup that worked and will host Long Beach State on Nov. 9 as they build on the win. Colorado State University
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The Pickin' Pear Live at Avogadro's Number
7-10 PM — Avogadro's Number — Ticket info not provided — Experience a modern folk sound blending banjo and ukulele.
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Fort Collins Symphony - Echoes of Memory and Identity
7:30-9 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Adults $29-$83, Students and Children $10 — A musical journey through memory and identity with orchestral masterpieces.
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost mentioned — Enjoy a lively evening of international folk dances in a relaxed atmosphere with no experience necessary.
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Rise Above the Stress: Building Personal Resilience
5-6 p.m. — Lory Student Center — Registration required — Strengthen personal resilience to navigate stress in the construction industry with Jeff Visnic's workshop.
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Sam Burchfield Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of folk-infused melodies from the talented Sam Burchfield.
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The Wizard of Oz at Fort Collins Children's Theatre
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — The Lincoln Center — Starting at $74 — Experience the timeless journey down the yellow brick road in this beloved musical production.
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Doktor Kaboom: The Science of Pressure
2:00–3:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Admission varies — Experience a captivating blend of science, comedy, and empowerment with Doktor Kaboom.
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RHCSA Exam Preparation Training
Nov 17-21 — Digital Workshop Center — $2250 — Boost your Linux administration skills in this comprehensive RHCSA exam prep class.
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Bass Drum Of Death Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Ticket info to be announced — Experience the raw energy of Bass Drum Of Death as they return to their garage roots.
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Surf Hat Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — $18.54 — Enjoy a blend of surf, psych, folk, and indie from this innovative duo.
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