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Good morning, Fort Collins. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A statue of baby Jesus was returned to a Fort Collins nativity scene three days after its theft, accompanied by an apologetic note from the person who returned it.  CBS Colorado

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Coloradans face unexpected auto insurance premium hikes due to insurance company errors in identifying 'hidden' drivers, with some cases quickly resolved after consumers contested the charges.  CBS Colorado

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Residents in Fort Collins, Northern Colorado, were evacuated due to a wildfire sparked by an improperly extinguished campfire.  CBS Colorado

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Fort Collins City Council has decided that individuals making public comments can no longer include audio or video clips in their presentations, though visual materials in PDF format without embedded media are still allowed.  The Coloradoan
  • The City of Fort Collins announces office closures for Christmas and New Year's Day, with essential services continuing as usual.  City of Fort Collins

HEALTH NEWS

  • Larimer County's Longview Acute Care Center is expanding services to include adolescent crisis stabilization and enhancing fiscal transparency.  The Coloradoan

EVENTS

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  • Friends of Traditional Dance: Contra Dance

    Experience lively contra dancing in the beautifully appointed Masonic Ballroom featuring a sprung wood dance floor.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • The Nutcracker Sweets Performance

    Canyon Concert Ballet presents a special child and sensory-friendly adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s classic, The Nutcracker, featuring a vibrant 40-minute production set in the enchanting Land of the Sweets.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • Canyon Concert Ballet: The Nutcracker Sweets

    This family-friendly performance features a 40-minute rendition of 'The Nutcracker Sweets,' showcasing enchanting characters in a colorful setting accompanied by Tchaikovsky's score.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Tom Thakkar Live at The Comedy Fort

    Comedian Tom Thakkar, known for his performances on national television and various comedy festivals, will perform live at The Comedy Fort in Fort Collins.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • New Mexico Lobos vs Colorado State Rams Men's Basketball

    The New Mexico Lobos face off against the Colorado State Rams in a Mountain West basketball matchup at Moby Arena.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Gimme Gimme Disco: New Year's Eve Dance Party

    This dance party features popular ABBA hits and other disco favorites from the 70s, creating a festive atmosphere for attendees to celebrate New Year's Eve.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • New Year Salsa and Bachata Dance Party at Rio Grande

    Celebrate the new year with a Salsa and Bachata dance event featuring a complimentary lesson, open dance social, and a community table for newcomers.

    Wed, 1/8/25

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  • Summer of Peril Concert at Surfside 7

    Experience the Summer of Peril concert at Surfside 7 in Fort Collins featuring a lively atmosphere and local music.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Canyon Concert Ballet: Romeo and Juliet

    The Canyon Concert Ballet will perform a ballet adaptation of the classic love story 'Romeo and Juliet' featuring talented dancers at The Lincoln Center.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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