Collegian digest: The lifestyle of a Fort Collins dumpster diver, other top stories

March 4, 2014

John Rooss, a soil and crop science major and organic agriculture minor, spots what will soon be his new fire pit in his neighborhood dumpster. According to Rooss, in addition to using his findings for personal projects he also recycles and composts items that he finds.
John Rooss, a soil and crop science major and organic agriculture minor, spots what will soon be his new fire pit in his neighborhood dumpster. According to Rooss, in addition to using his findings for personal projects he also recycles and composts items that he finds.

 

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1. The lifestyle of a dumpster diver

It is harder then it seems.  Things like weather, time and safety are all things that dumpster divers have to take in to consideration if they want a successful dive. Johnny Roos is a local dumpster diver and he says  he’s found everything from fresh vegetables, steaks, jewelry, and money. 

2. Stadium talk 

The first meeting of the Community Design Development Advisory Committee, a group compiled to provide advice on designing the new stadium and comprised of community members, CSU representatives and project contractors, occurred Monday night at the Drake Centre. The agenda for this meeting was to start the discussion of design and development.

Starbucks_-_Sakura_Frappuccino3. Five menu items you probably didn’t know about

Starbucks and Chipotle make up a lot of a college student’s diet. You circle through the same items on the menu and hope you don’t get sick of them, because then what would you do? Well, with these secret menu options, you won’t get board any time soon.

 

 

4. Leash law crack down

Fort Collins Police will now be enforcing laws that prohibit dogs from being off their leashes at city parks.  The purpose of the law is to protect both animals and their owners.

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