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Various products on display inside Brand Spanking Used on South College Avenue Feb. 23. (Cat Blouch | The Collegian)

The best places to thrift in Fort Collins

Cat Blouch March 17, 2021

If there's anything Fort Collins is known for, it would be its unique charm and reputation for sustainability. Thrift stores are around every corner of the City; finding one-of-a-kind statement pieces...

Following instructions on the Center for Disease Control's website, a reusable cloth facemark can be made at home from a bandana, a coffee filter, two hair ties and a pair of scissors. (Matt Tackett | The Collegian)

Community members help students mask up for move-in

Lauryn Bolz August 17, 2020

It is quickly becoming apparent that face masks will be an integral part of life on Colorado State University’s campus for the foreseeable future. According to the Centers for Disease Control, face...

Malama Massage and Bodywork business owner and massage therapist Gina Michelle performs her routine cleaning, in an effort to minimize COVID-19 exposure risk, between clients, July 24. (Anna von Pechmann | The Collegian)

Local massage therapist provides healing for caregivers

Anna von August 16, 2020

Following the COVID-19 pandemic and months of ongoing Black Lives Matter protests, many are experiencing increased stresses. One local Black-owned business offers a reprieve: massage. Gina Michelle...

Will Bell, an alumni of Colorado State University shows inventory from his company Sic970 on Nov 14.

‘Small hinges swing big doors’: Supporting Black-owned businesses

Paige Moorhead June 10, 2020

As we take to the streets to protest and post to social media to denounce racism and police brutality, we must also remember as consumers, where we spend our money matters. One of the ways to join the...

The third annual ACT Human Rights Film Festival stock photo. (Julia Trowbridge | Collegian)

ACT At Home keeps the community connected

Lauryn Bolz May 3, 2020

The ACT Film Festival has established itself as a staple of springtime at Colorado State University, bringing a myriad of human rights related films to The Lyric Cinema for students and faculty to be inspired...

Singer Cheyanne Duba of the band TARO performs during the sold out show at the Get Launched concert event at Launched indoor skate park in Fort Collins on Mar. 8, 2019. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

6 women musicians bringing femme faces to Fort Collins

Monty Daniel March 30, 2020

As we near the end of Women's History Month, it's important to note the local women who are up-and-coming in the Northern Colorado music scene.  Ranging from a variety of genres and backgrounds, these...

Enrique Sandoval and Luis Prado of the Nova Kicks stand after their interview in the KCSU studio, Feb. 29, 2020. (Monty Daniel | The Collegian)

The Nova Kicks discuss changing lineups, blending genres

Monty Daniel March 10, 2020

Forming a connection within a band is special. That connection is even more vital when you are planning to record an album and play shows together. For Thornton, Colorado, locals The Nova Kicks, members...

Jess Cytron, Foster and Transfer Coordinator at Animal House, soon to be Animal Friends Alliance plays with a dog at the shelter. (Monty Daniel | The Collegian)

Animal Friends Alliance to have paw-sitive impact on community

Monty Daniel December 11, 2019

With the emergence of a new decade, two local businesses have a plan to help animals and their owners in a new way. The Fort Collins Cat Rescue and Animal House, specializing in helping cats and dogs,...

Jake Luppen, lead singer and guitarist in the indie-rock band Hippo Campus, performs the title track from their latest Album, "Bambi"at Washington's off of N College and Laporte. Nov 12. (Alyssa Uhl | The Collegian)

Hippo Campus energizes and revives students with unique sound

Autumn Sorrentino November 14, 2019

Students who went through midterms certainly deserved a night to vibe out, and for a bunch of guys from Minnesota, the band Hippo Campus definitely did the trick. The indie-alternative band performed...

This upscaled display lets younger generations play all the classics to the next level. Oct. 13 (Noah Turner | The Collegian)

Museum of Discovery’s new exhibit is a (video) game-changer

Leo Friedman October 14, 2019

Adults, toddlers and everyone in between flocked to the members-only opening of “Game Changers,” a new video game-focused exhibit at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. The exhibit, which opened...

Tabhop app

New Fort Collins app promises free drinks and adventure

Ty Davis October 2, 2019

Enter a brand new reason to explore the vast amount of bars in Fort Collins. The app Tab Hop, launched on Sept. 10, promises one free drink every day to local Fort Collins locations. The app was...

Bubble gum the pig at the Bee Family Centennial Farm north of Fort Collins. The farm was hosting its 125th anniversary event with pioneer games, cake and ice cream, and several interactive activities for adults and children alike on Sept. 21, 2019. (Gregory James | Collegian)

Farming history of Fort Collins uncovered, Pioneer Living Day

Sam Sedoryk September 25, 2019

Many Fort Collins locals already know the significance of agriculture and the impact it has on the community. For those who aren’t familiar with just how deep the roots of agriculture are planted...

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