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Photo courtesy of the Matthew Shepard Foundation

Remembering Matthew Shepard 25 years after his murder

Hannah Parcells, Staff Reporter November 29, 2023

Matthew Shepard was a normal college student simply going about his life when he was murdered 25 years ago for existing as a young gay man. The attack is one of the most well-known hate crimes in recent...

The Colorado State University Health and Medical Center located on the corner of West Prospect Road and College Avenue in Fort Collins April 11.

CSU Health Network workshop aids students in mindfulness

Aubree Miller, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

Stress is incredibly common across college campuses, particularly during this time of year with midterms, projects and finals looming. To help students manage this, the Colorado State University Health...

Members of the Native American Cultural Center gather in the NACC office Nov. 2. The Native American Cultural Center hosted Queer Connections to discuss queer identity and the historic and cultural relevance of queerness in Native community spaces.

Indigiqueer Experiences discusses Two-Spirit identity

McKenna Van Voris, Staff reporter November 6, 2023

The Native American Cultural Center hosted the Indigiqueer Experiences event Thursday, Nov. 2, as part of Queer Connections, a series of events held through Colorado State University's Pride Resource Center. This...

‘Breaking the News’ emphasizes importance of diversity in journalism

‘Breaking the News’ emphasizes importance of diversity in journalism

McKenna Van Voris, Staff reporter October 30, 2023

The film “Breaking the News” was screened in the Lory Student Center Monday, Oct. 23, as one of the events at Colorado State University’s Symposium for Inclusive Excellence.  The film featured...

Charlie is not alone: Walrus Ice Cream ghost turns into ghosts

Charlie is not alone: Walrus Ice Cream ghost turns into ghosts

Gwendolynn Riddoch, Staff reporter October 26, 2023

Most Fort Collins locals have heard the stories of Charlie Dinnebeck, the ghost that haunts Walrus Ice Cream. But what some might not know is that Charlie is not the only one. Halloween will soon be upon...

The most haunted buildings on CSU campus

The most haunted buildings on CSU campus

Christian Arndt, Director of the Life and Culture desk October 25, 2023

With Halloween just around the corner, you might feel inclined to dive into the spooky atmosphere by exploring haunted areas around Fort Collins. You may have heard of the plethora of paranormal stories...

Tim Hanauer's giant pumpkin is hauled off the trailer and onto the judging grounds with help from Tyler Eversaul and a forklift at the Fort Collins Nursery's Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off Oct. 14.

Giant pumpkin sets Wyoming state record in Fort Collins

Adam Carlson, Staff Reporter October 18, 2023

When someone plants a seed, it's unlikely to grow upward of 40 pounds a day, but Andy and Amy Corbin have worked hard to achieve a new Wyoming state pumpkin weight record. This 2,062-pound fruit was on...

Shelby Davis poses in the photo booth with a Colorado State University pride flag Oct 11.

Gallery: National Coming Out Day

Julia Percy October 13, 2023

Ram Band vs. BroBand: Thursday night bar hopping gets better

Ram Band vs. BroBand: Thursday night bar hopping gets better

Ayla Sanchez, Staff Reporter October 12, 2023

As students settle into the semester with autumn in the breeze and Homecoming in full swing, it’s natural that bars become a way to get away from the nonstop tests and homework, especially on a Thursday...

A corgi is carted through parade route Oct. 7. The Tour de Corgi parade showed off corgis and their owners in their annual Fort Collins event.

Gallery: Tour de Corgi

Grace Goolsby and Willow Roan October 12, 2023

Chef Sookie working the runway during the corgi costume contest with her owners Shelly and Jason at Tour de Corgi Oct 7.

A parade of fluff: Tour de Corgi celebrates 9 years

Jack Fillweber, Staff Reporter October 11, 2023

Fall has finally arrived in Fort Collins. Saturday, Oct. 7, marked the ninth annual Tour de Corgi in Civic Center Park and Old Town. Tour de Corgi was a great opportunity for Northern Colorado residents...

A beer being poured at Salt Road Brewing during their Oktoberfest event Sept. 23. The brewery is located at 321 Old Firehouse Alley and opened in April 2023.

Gallery: Oktoberfest

River Kinnaird October 9, 2023

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