Good Day
Fort Collins
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Strong winds are behind a high wind and red flag warning today in Fort Collins as gusts up to 80 mph increase fire risks; Xcel Energy is expected to shut off power for 50,000 customers at 10 a.m. while utilities with underground lines report no planned outages. The Coloradoan
- ➤ Transfort received a $4.8 million federal grant from the FTA Low or No Emission Program to purchase six new CNG buses for the Around the Horn route at CSU. Officials say the upgrade (which lowers harmful emissions) will offer more reliable service for riders. North Forty News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Banner Health CEO Amy Perry (named among Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare on Dec. 8) leads efforts to boost integrated care for patients in Northern Colorado and surrounding areas. North Forty News
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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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An Evening with Leftover Salmon
7-11 PM — Washington’s — Tickets on sale — Experience the rich sounds of Americana music from Colorado's own Leftover Salmon.
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An Evening with Lotus
7-10 p.m. — Washington’s — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of innovative instrumental music from a band with over 20 years of evolution in sound.
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