Good Day
Fort Collins
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Call Your Mother Deli, a Washington, D.C.-based bagel shop, opened on North College Avenue on Oct. 27 and broke a three-year sales record in its first week. The chain plans additional Colorado locations but has not yet shared further details (expansion plans remain in development). Colorado State University
- ➤ Fort Collins Food Co-Op will move from 250 East Mountain Avenue to 1100 West Mountain Avenue in 2026 + the change will bring marquee renovations and better parking for shoppers following nearly unanimous board approval to improve pricing. Colorado State University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Poudre School District’s Board approved a new calendar for the 2026-27 school year that delays the start by six days—most students begin on Aug. 19 and school ends before Memorial Day—while keeping a one-week fall break, a two-week winter break, and a one-week spring break. The Coloradoan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado governor has proposed replacing the Department of Higher Ed in response to the state's many education options, including universities, community colleges, workforce centers, and apprenticeships (further details are pending). CBS Colorado
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Parks and Wildlife warned residents that the H5N1 strain of avian influenza may lead to more sick and dead waterfowl this winter. Residents should avoid handling ill birds and report clusters of three or more dead or diseased birds to state officials. The Coloradoan
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CSU men's basketball beat Dartmouth 76-55 Tuesday, Dec. 9 in Fort Collins as coach Farokhmanesh adjusted the offense to hold Dartmouth under 60 points, with five players scoring in double digits and 22 bench points helping secure the win. Colorado State University
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Trail Head Tavern — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday season in your tackiest sweater while enjoying festive games and drinks with friends.
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Squirrel Nut Zippers Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of energetic swing music from the iconic band Squirrel Nut Zippers.
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost information provided — Enjoy a relaxed evening of international folk dancing with old and new dances from diverse cultures.
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Resonant Rest: Restorative Yoga & Gong Journey
2-4 p.m. — Rocky Mountain Restore & Stretch LLC — Pricing unavailable — Experience deep relaxation with restorative yoga followed by an immersive gong journey.
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Fort Collins International Folk Dancing
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Empire Grange — No cost listed — Engage in a vibrant atmosphere with international folk dances from various cultures.
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Resolution Run 5K
5K — Edora Pool Ice Center — Registration required — Run out the old year and welcome the new in a festive community atmosphere.
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Shovelin Stone Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of Shovelin Stone with special guests The Unwieldies and Christine Alice.
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Clementine Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Ticket details not specified — Experience a fresh blend of alternative rock, punk, and soulful sounds from Fort Collins' own Clementine.
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