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How to take advantage of Groupons in Fort Collins

How to take advantage of Groupons in Fort Collins

Casey Setash November 29, 2017

College is expensive, but having fun doesn’t have to be.  Groupons are online coupons that allow people to get the most out of their city on the cheap while also discovering new places to eat,...

The Pearsnickity martini will give you a fruity take on classic Christmas flavors. (photo courtesy of Lauren Mihalko)

Best holiday themed drinks in Fort Collins

Sarah Ehrlich November 29, 2017

A good tasting drink tends to help with the bite that colder weather brings to Colorado.   Fort Collins has a thriving food and drink culture filled with people who like to push the boundaries and end...

Ginger and Baker is a new bakery in Fort Collins located at 359 Linden Street. In addition to the bakery, the building houses a market, café, and teaching kitchen. (Abby Flitton | Collegian)

Ginger and Baker adds homely vibe to Fort Collins

Ty Davis November 28, 2017

If you  travel north on Linden Street in Old Town, you will see a startling juxtaposition between sleek contemporary and American farmhouse. At first glance, you may assume these are two separate...

Fort Collins Rescue Mission (Julia Trowbridge | Collegian)

CSU students suggest Black Friday alternatives

Nick Botkin November 16, 2017

Black Friday might be a boon for some. It might translate to better, effective deals on any number of goodies. "I think it is good because people need to buy goods for their loved ones," said Alex...

The Aloha Coffee and Grill located on College Avenue features authentic Hawaiian cuisine like these sweet and chewy Coconut Butter Mochi. (Brooke Buchan | Collegian)

Aloha Coffee and Grill in Fort Collins wants you to feel like family

Ty Davis November 9, 2017

When you walk into Aloha Coffee and Grill loud reggae and tropical music are constantly playing over the speakers. Surfing is perpetually on the TV and the whole restaurant is bathed in bright yellow...

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico; Blue Roofs installed by FEMA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can be seen on multiple houses in a coastal neighborhood near Puerto Rico's capital. Photo by FEMA

Aggie Theatre benefit concert to fundraise for Puerto Rico

Matt Smith November 8, 2017

About 3.4 million U.S. citizens are caught in a historic humanitarian disaster. Hospitals are without power. Food and water are scarce. A month on, Puerto Rico is still in critical condition. In an October...

The front counter at Bizarre Bazaar, a local record and book store on College Avenue is covered in old book.
 (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

Bizarre Bazaar offers Fort Collins ambiance, eclectic selections

Nick Botkin November 7, 2017

If you want both Dostoevsky and Pink Floyd, Bizarre Bazaar might be your scene. The store's offerings include books, audiobooks, vinyl records, CDs and movies. "We offer a very high quality selection,"...

Shown here is one of the three new theaters within the Lyric building. Patrons will find comfy couches and seats and a great sound system in an intimate setting. (Sarah Ehrlich | Collegian)

Film lovers rejoice: New Lyric location finally open to public

Sarah Ehrlich November 5, 2017

Movie lovers can rejoice: the Lyric theater is officially open for business. After a long four-year planning and building process, the Lyric movie theater can finally call 1209 N College Ave their...

Next came another performance from McGlaun and Sutton. McGlaun specializes in songs about social justice, so he chose to sing "Heart on the Wall" by Robert Owens and "Motherless Child."McGlaun will be featured in a show titled "Songs for Social Justice" at the Music District on November 16 with several other musicians will similar goals of promoting unity. (Nate Day | Collegian)

Tale Spinners Lounge spotlights local talent

Nate Day November 4, 2017

[new_royalslider id="668"] Everyone in the entertainment industry is looking for the next big thing, and Bill Lamperes, the founder of Tale Spinners Lounge, may have found it. After hearing a story from...

Oak Street Plaza illuminated with thousands of LED lights.

Holiday Lighting Ceremony signals beginning of winter in Fort Collins

Matt Smith November 4, 2017

Video by Marlo Lundak It may not even be Thanksgiving yet, but the holidays are already upon us in Fort Collins. Hundreds gathered in Old Town Friday to usher in the holiday season with the lighting...

Colorado is celebrating its fifth year of marijuana legalization. Photo by Olive Ancell | Collegian

Weediversary: 5 years after Amendment 64, Fort Collins community reflects on marijuana legalization

Nick Botkin November 2, 2017

Rocky Mountain High took on a new meaning Nov. 6, 2012. That is when Colorado legalized recreational marijuana with the passage of Amendment 64. The amendment passed with 55.32 percent of the vote....

The Linden Hotel, now home to retail businesses such as Nature's Own, has an interesting history of guests who have decided to stick around. One such guest is Frank Miller, and an unknown woman who haunts the staircase. (Photo Illustration by Sarah Ehrlich and Tony Villalobos May)

Spooky stories of spirits lurking in Fort Collins

Sarah Ehrlich October 31, 2017

Even the town that inspired Main Street USA at Disneyland has a dark past. Ever since Fort Collins was founded as a military post in 1864, many paranormal entities have called it home. Here is a look...

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