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Photo of a kitchen with stainless steel counter tops and white cabinets. There are shelves that have plates and bowls on them. On the counter there are fruits, vegetables, jam, eggs, and a sign that reads, "Don't go Bacon my Heart".

Farm Fusion combines culinary creativity with fresh ingredients

Sophie Webb, Staff Reporter August 28, 2024

From farm to table, Farm Fusion presents the opportunity to cook using fresh ingredients while making friends. Farm Fusion, located in Fort Collins, hosts anywhere from two to four events per week,...

A large group of friends dressed in colorful outfits holds cups of beer while posing in front of an arch that reads "Tour de Fat" in rainbow lettering.

New Belgium’s Tour de Fat celebrates 25th anniversary

Leah Stephenson, Staff Reporter August 26, 2024

This Saturday, the annual Tour de Fat bike parade was held in downtown Fort Collins. Tour de Fat is a unique and exciting tradition for many residents and families in Northern Colorado, and this year brought...

Five people stand smiling preparing to cut a green ribbon in front of a bus like vehicle with Energy Institute written on the side.

Energy Fest teaches clean energy while launching mobile classroom

Sophie Webb, Staff Reporter August 26, 2024

As spectators followed Tour de Fat throughout Fort Collins, chalk designs from Aubrey Cruz led them slightly off trail to discover the first ever Energy Fest, located at the Colorado State University Powerhouse...

Meet the life and culture desk: We are dedicated to telling essential cultural stories

Meet the life and culture desk: We are dedicated to telling essential cultural stories

Christian Arndt, Life and Culture Editor August 20, 2024

Dear readers, The life and culture desk primarily focuses on providing the best and most reliable coverage of local happenings in the Fort Collins area. Whether that be a local parade focusing on...

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Arndt: Individual experiences shape Fort Collins culture

Christian Arndt, Life and Culture Editor August 20, 2024

Editor’s Note: This content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Covering life and culture takes a great...

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5 new restaurants in Fort Collins worth trying this fall

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter August 8, 2024

From popular fast food chains to mom-and-pop kitchens, Fort Collins is a foodie haven with over 300 places to eat and cuisine for almost any palette. It seems like every month, another restaurant is closing...

A graphic of a mother and daughter walking down a red, white and blue striped path facing fireworks in the distance. At the base of the path is a small brown truck.

Fort Collins’ annual Independence Day Parade draws international crowd

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter July 9, 2024

It was a patriotic celebration in Old Town Fort Collins as attendees of all ages lined Mountain Avenue Thursday morning for the annual Independence Day Parade before enjoying a long day of festivities. “Today’s...

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These famous cults got their start — or end — in Colorado

Katie Fisher, Staff Reporter May 1, 2024

From a silver woman mummified and entombed in Christmas lights to a naturally formed spire rumored to be the landing site of a UFO, there has been no shortage of fringe religious movements or self-proclaimed...

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Colorado breweries are home to cult of specialty beer lovers

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter April 29, 2024

Colorado has been known to attract a variety of specific cult followings: the obvious winter sports fanatics, pothead transplants, outdoorsy mountain lovers and, of course, the elite craft beer drinkers. “I’ve...

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Forest Congress inspires future natural resources leaders

McKenna Van Voris, Staff Reporter April 29, 2024

The Women's and Minoritized Genders' Forest Congress is an annual gathering centered on minoritized genders in natural resource fields. According to the National Association of State Foresters, fewer than...

Many organizations set up tables on the Lory Student Center West Lawn for the Earth Day Festival April 22.

Earth Day Festival unites in promoting sustainability, awareness

Sophie Webb, Staff Reporter April 24, 2024

In support of environmental protection and Earth Day, Colorado State University hosted a festival where students could learn more about sustainability and what they can do to help their community and influence...

Passover Seder sees holiday celebrations with friends, family

Passover Seder sees holiday celebrations with friends, family

Caleb Ediger, Staff Reporter April 24, 2024

Sounds of conversation, speeches and skits took their turns filling the large ballroom hall as the Passover Seder festivities took off, setting a lighthearted and laughter-filled tone to the evening. Monday,...

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