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Andrew Bird plays the violin as he headlines the final night of New West Fest, Aug. 11, 2019. (Devin Cornelius | The Collegian)

Andrew Bird whistles goodbye to NewWestFest

Lauryn Bolz • August 14, 2019

Andrew Bird closed out Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest on a high note at his show Aug. 11.  Bird, an Americana-indie artist, performed as part of his promotional tour for his new album, "My Finest Work...

Colorado State University has many classes and other oppurtunities available to students and community members over the summer. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

5 things to do in Fort Collins before classes start

Elena Waldman • August 12, 2019

Whether or not you spent your summer abroad on the beaches of Fiji or working a sophisticated summer internship, the last weeks of the break shouldn’t be wasted. Classes are soon to start up again, and...

Dozens of musicians took the stage at the Larimer County Fair. (Elena Waldman | The Collegian)

Larimer County Fair wraps up summer festivities

Elena Waldman • August 7, 2019

The annual and much-anticipated Larimer County Fair returned Aug. 2-6, bringing in lots of fun, food and friendly competition for families and all kinds of locals to enjoy. Held at The Ranch, the Larimer...

Students enjoy food from Braiden Dining Hall during late night on Halloween. (Elliott Jerge | Collegian)

Tips for college freshmen: Eating at dining halls

Lauryn Bolz • August 7, 2019

For incoming freshmen, dining hall food is usually one of the less appealing aspects of starting college.  Dining halls across the country have gained the reputation of lacking dietary options and having...

The Fort Collins Fringe Festival held their opening night at the Lyric Cinema in Fort Collins, Colo. July 26. (Sara Graydon | Collegian)

Fort Collins Fringe Festival to liven local art scene

Elena Waldman • July 23, 2019

Fort Collins locals don’t have to go all the way to Edinburgh for an art festival; in fact, they may not even have to leave town. The Fort Collins Fringe Festival will be coming to town for the seventh...

The Fort Collins food truck rally is hosted at City Park every Tuesday evening during the summer season. (Matt Begeman | Collegian)

The Fort Collins Food Truck Rally cooks up community

Graham Shapley • July 3, 2019

Fort Collins loves its food trucks. They’ll show up outside of breweries to provide edible pairings for and at every event imaginable, offering their unique foods that often can’t be found anywhere...

Recently engaged couple Brian Merlin and Aneka Jensen take in the view from atop Arthurs Rock in the Lory State Park on Saturday. The 2,492 acre State Park is located along the Rocky Mountain Foothills adjacent to the Horsetooth Reservoir and includes over 20 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.

5 summer date ideas for Fort Collins romantics

Elena Waldman • June 30, 2019

While winter is the bona fide “cuffing season,” or the time to find a significant other to stick with during the colder months, summer has unfairly been marked as the season of break-ups and casual...

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