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Loveland’s Tierkrieger blends death and black metal. Photo credit: James Wyatt

Tierkreiger brings brutality to the Fort Collins area

James Wyatt April 25, 2017

In some circles, no genre holds more disdain than death metal with its themes and images of brutality and horror. Seldom do those unacquainted with the genre think of the differences between death and...

Photo by: Randi Mattox

First summer in Colorado? Here is what you need to do

April 25, 2017

Attend a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheater It is number one of everyone's list. There is nothing quite like it. Natural acoustics, a breathtaking view and an energy unlike any other. Musicians dream...

Photo story: Drake Road Farmers’ Market opening weekend

Ashley Potts April 24, 2017

[new_royalslider id="598"] The Drake Road Farmers' Market opened this weekend, bringing the community a range of local goods. The Drake Road Farmers' Market is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ...

Purple Marijuana (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Best strains to enjoy on 4/20

April 20, 2017
Here's a list of the best strains to smoke on 4/20, or anytime of the year.
Photo credit: Sarah Ehrlich

CSU students explain the best ways to celebrate 4/20

April 20, 2017
"Smoke a lot of pot," said one student.
The Horticulture center provides plants for many community projects, including the Annual Trial Gardens. (Collegian file photo)

Horticulture Center adds to beauty and health of Fort Collins

Sarah Ehrlich April 20, 2017

Colorado State University has always been a strong force in the research and development of agriculture, and at the Horticulture Center on campus, the main supporter of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture...

People dressed up as Waldo. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

CSU students respond: What is the 4/20 origin story?

April 20, 2017
CSU students take a stab at the origin behind the number 420 and its connections with marijuana.
Blunt wraps (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Green Report: Fort Collins’ best head shops

April 19, 2017
A review of some of Fort Collins' head shops around town.

Arbor Day 5k proceeds to benefit Colorado forests

Alaysha Powell April 19, 2017

Colorado State University's Alpha Gamma Omega fraternity is hosting a 5k marathon on Saturday, April 22. The goal of the marathon is to help raise money to go towards the restoration of Colorado's forests....

The bathrooms in the Lory Student Center Photo credit: Christian Johnson

The best and worst bathrooms on CSU’s campus

Matthew Smith April 19, 2017

Here is a holistic retrospective on the bathrooms of CSU, both new age and old school. Lory Student Center "I like the ones at the Lory Student Center," student Connor Anderson said about his favorite...

Photo credit: Michael Berg

4/20 promotions at Fort Collins shops

Alaysha Powell April 19, 2017

Even though it has been a while since Colorado legalized the use of pot, more and more businesses are joining in on the festivities. If you are of age and are ready to celebrate 4/20, read on to see some...

Wolverine Farm Publishing at the Bean Cycle Roasters (Julia Trowbridge | Collegian)

Wolverine Farm Publishing Co. and Bookstore to announce 2017 Fort Collins Poet Laureate

Emma Turner April 18, 2017

The Fort Collins 2017 Poet Laureate contest has narrowed down its candidates to just three individuals. Wolverine Farm Publishing Co. and Bookstore introduced the laureate program as a means to showcase...

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