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Colorado State Lagoon Concert Series to Kick off on June 12
Colorado State University’s popular summertime tradition, the Lagoon Concert Series, is back with six free concerts. Voted Best Outdoor Concert in the Readers’ Choice Best of NOCO awards, the Lagoon Concert Series kicks off on Wednesday, June 12, with modern rock band Graham Good & The Painters. The concerts are scheduled on select Wednesdays throughout June and July from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Woman Dies in Rafting Accident on Poudre River
On Thursday, May 30, 2024, at approximately 12:55 pm, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Communications Center received several reports of an empty commercial river raft in the Poudre River. Callers reported that the raft was near the Greyrock Trailhead on Highway 14. Nearby rafters asked passersby to call 911.
Preventing Blossom-end Rot in Tomatoes
Tomatoes are the king of the vegetables for many gardeners. However, these sweet fruits are susceptible to many issues. One of these issues is the dreaded blossom-end rot. Blossom-end rot is a common physiological condition that affects tomatoes. The disorder expresses itself at the ‘blossom-end’ tip of the fruit as sunken, dark blemishes. Consider the following factors when planting your tomatoes to ensure those plants will not develop blossom-end rot.
New Program Aims to Help Rural Coloradans Pay Less on Monthly Energy Bills
Coloradans living in rural parts of the state tend to pay a lot more for their monthly energy bills than metropolitan customers but a new Biden administration program aims to bring costs down by helping homeowners and businesses replace older, inefficient heating and cooling systems. Philip Fracica, policy advocate for...
First Employees Graduating This Month Thanks to FRCC Classes Offered at Their Workplace
Front Range Community College (FRCC) has partnered with Broadcom, Inc., to offer college classes on-site at the company’s semiconductor manufacturing facility in Fort Collins. This gives Broadcom employees an opportunity to earn professional certificates or associate degrees through FRCC—right at their place of employment. Broadcom requires at least...
Columbine Health Systems Sponsors Twelfth Night to Help Bring Shakespeare to Community
An OpenStage Theater & Company production, June 8 through July 13, 2024. The Park at Columbine Health Systems will become an open-air theater as it hosts OpenStage Theater & Company’s production of Twelfth Night. Performances will be held on weekends between Saturday, June 8, and Saturday, July 13, at the Park at Columbine Health Systems, 947 Worthington Circle in Fort Collins. Ticket prices range from $12 to $34.
Anheuser-Busch Announces $15.5M Infrastructure Investment In Fort Collins Brewery
LEADING BREWER AND MANUFACTURER’S LATEST INVESTMENT UNDERSCORES ONGOING COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEES, COMMUNITY, AND QUALITY. Recently, Anheuser-Busch announced a $15.5 million investment in its Fort Collins brewery, which will go toward upgrading its bottling lines from packed to bulk glass. Shifting away from packed glass allows Fort Collins to streamline production in-house, strengthening its supply chain, reducing emissions, and driving efficiencies across the business. The Fort Collins brewery’s enhanced bottling lines will be fully operational by Summer 2024.
CSU’s Corpse Flower Draws More Than 8,600 Visitors During First Ever Bloom
It took eight years for Colorado State University’s corpse flower to bloom, and the wait was more than worth it. More than 8,600 people visited the CSU campus over Memorial Day weekend to see (and smell!) Cosmo, a corpse flower that Plant Growth Facilities Manager Tammy Brenner brought back from a conference in 2016. After days of anticipation (which was captured in real-time on the CSU live stream), the flower finally began to bloom on Saturday night, emitting a foul odor that visitors compared to everything from “rotting Cheeto pie” to decaying meat.
The Denver Nuggets Fantasy Outlook: Studs, Sleepers, and Values
Fantasy basketball leagues allow fans to create teams by selecting players across the NBA. Success in these leagues hinges on picking the right mix of high-performing stars, under-the-radar talents, and consistent value players. Understanding which players to draft can be the key to victory for those focusing on the Denver...
Asphalt Overlay Work to Cause Full Closure of Intersection of Harmony and Timberline May 31-June 2
FORT COLLINS – The City of Fort Collins will close the intersection of E. Harmony Rd. and S. Timberline Rd. from 8 p.m. Friday, May 31 until late evening Sunday, June 2 to continue the asphalt overlay work on E. Harmony Rd., weather permitting. Day and night work will...
Asphalt Overlay Work to Cause Full Closure of Intersection of Mulberry and Mason June 2
The City of Fort Collins will close the intersection of W. Mulberry St. and S. Mason St. on Sunday, June 2, to complete an asphalt overlay project, weather permitting. Drivers should be aware of the closure and follow posted detours. Bicycle and pedestrian detours will be. signed near the intersection....
Bike Prom Party Features DJ and Fundraising
Bike Prom is a beloved yearly event in Fort Collins that’s back again. It’s time to dress up in your finest bike-themed attire with corsages and cummerbunds, puffy sleeves, top hats, and more. Get ready for a night filled with dancing, music, and hijinks. Featuring DJs twoscoops &...
New Fishing Dock at River’s Edge Natural Area
Loveland, CO – A new ADA-accessible fishing dock and eight new fishing input areas have been installed at River’s Edge Natural Area, 960 W 1st Street, and are now open for public use. The dock was installed on the west shore of Bass Pond as a result of a $64,500 Fishing is Fun grant through Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The overall goal of the project is to increase fishing opportunities and access in Loveland.
Color Theory
In late February, I found myself scanning the sea of tans, taupes, and beiges out the office window, feeling antsy for color. True, the occasional vibrant spot of color from orange rose hips or blue-green conifers provides a visual break, but it doesn’t compare to the growing season. By understanding the basics of color theory now, gardeners can have a greater impact in the coming summer without more work.
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: Garden of the Gods Rated Among Best Memorial Day Destinations
On Memorial Day, families across the U.S. come together to honor those who have served and sacrificed for their country. Like many other holidays, Memorial Day is often marked by gatherings of multiple generations – kids, parents, and grandparents – celebrating with backyard barbecues or group activities such as visiting national parks.
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: Honor the Fallen and Relax with These Top 5 Things to Do in Northern Colorado
Northern Colorado is full of fun (and honorable) things to do on Memorial Day Weekend. Narrowing this list down to five of the top things to do was certainly difficult!. As a kid, my parents and I always kicked off our camping season on this weekend. I remember my time with family and friends over the years. But more importantly, as a child of a veteran, I learned from an early age to make it a point to use this time to honor our fallen heroes as well.
Colorado Department of Transportation Prepares for 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Statewide — Warm weather fun has officially begun, and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is urging motorists to travel safely this summer. From May 16–June 5, CDOT will support the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and 72 local law enforcement agencies for The Heat Is On Memorial Day DUI enforcement period.
Rare Colorado State University Flower to Bloom for First Time Memorial Day Weekend
Back in 2016, Colorado State University Plant Growth Facilities Manager Tammy Brenner brought back what might be the coolest piece of conference swag ever: a corpse flower named Cosmo. Now, after more than seven years of care in the College of Agricultural Sciences’ Conservatory, it’s slated to bloom for the...
Memorial Weekend: Field Of Honor & Civil War Living History Camp
The Field Of Honor—500 American flags fly in formation—and a Civil War Living History Camp will be open to the public at no cost on Memorial Day weekend, May 24-27, at the south entrance of Spring Canyon Community Park, Fort Collins. “Field Of Honor is a community celebration...
Local Flavor: Matador Hits the Mark
Matador Mexican Grill in Fort Collins is a beloved local spot known for its flavorful Mexican cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. Many may know Matador for its traveling food truck. But many others know it as a great stop for locals on the South Side of Fort Collins. Located at 1823...
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