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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...

The Downtown Artery will be closing its doors on Nov. 1, 2019. The Artery is located in old town Fort Collins and plays host to several music, comedy, and art events. The Artery has a few more events planned through October (Gregory James | Collegian)

Locals mourn closing of Downtown Artery music venue, cafe

Ty Davis September 18, 2019

The Downtown Artery, an Old Town gallery, café and music venue, announced through a Salt Magazine article on Sept. 12 that it will be closing its first-floor venue and café on Nov. 1. After nearly...

New Belgium Brewing Company is located off Linden St. and Buckingham St. (Clara Scholtz | Collegian)

New Belgium continues to support Wolverine Farm with feel-good flicks

Ty Davis September 2, 2019

To raise funds for Wolverine Farm Letterpress and Publick House, New Belgium Brewing Company screened "The Secret Life of Pets” Aug. 28 as the last night of their Summer Bike-In Cinema Series. New...

Free weights in a rack. (Collegian File Photo)

A guide to Fort Collins gyms

Ty Davis August 28, 2019

Maybe after a long day, students want to blow off some steam, so they decide to head to the Colorado State University Recreation Center to get a workout in, but it’s packed. The gym rats are just talking...

Ginger and Baker located in Fort Collins has a teaching kitchen that is catered toward showing the public how to cook snacks to full meals. (Matt Begeman | The Collegian)

Ginger & Baker’s Teaching Kitchen serves up food and fun in afternoon classes

Lauryn Bolz July 3, 2019

As Fort Collins residents know very well, food curates community. This idea is the basis of the Teaching Kitchen at Ginger & Baker, which is home to farm-to-table cooking classes and events for all...

Volleyball courts outside of the CSU Rec Center on Monday May 5th. (Skyler Pradhan | Collegian)

4 Undie Run alternatives to do during dead week

Graham Shapley May 7, 2019

With the Undie Run under fire from Colorado State University, stressed students may find themselves without plans for the end of the semester. The annual event, traditionally seen as a way to blow off...

A For Rent sign sits in front of a house on the east side of campus yesterday afternoon. Rental rates at many places around Fort Collins are begin to rise on a yearly basis. (Collegian File Photo)

6 resources for finding a place to live

Dom Brazeau May 5, 2019

As the semester is coming to an end, it may be time to look for somewhere to live next year or a way out of your current living situation. Doing this in a short amount of time can be hard and risky, as...

Colorado natives Kelly Belknap (left) and Matilda Sandstrom (right) are the founders of Adventurist Backpack Co. (courtesy of Kelly Belknap and Matilda Sandstrom)

Adventurist Backpack Co. brings affordable, fashionable bags to Colorado

Walker Discoe February 18, 2019

Backpacks are almost as numerous in Colorado as river guides or Chacos. Ranging from tiny hand purses to massive, multi-day backpacking bags, Coloradoans use backpacks for everything from grocery shopping...

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Sweet ‘Palentine’s’ Day Dates for every type of BFF couple

Lauryn Bolz February 7, 2019

For many people, Valentine’s Day with a significant other is the best way to spend the chocolate-filled, candle-lit holiday. For those who don’t have a special person in their lives, the holiday doesn’t...

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