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Sheldon Lake, located in Fort Collins City Park, is a popular fishing spot for anglers and picnicking Sept. 24.

Fish kill in Sheldon Lake, Fort Collins due to hot water

Alexander Wilson • October 6, 2023

In the early morning of Aug. 23, Sheldon Lake in City Park was filled with dead fish. The discovery was made by a keen-eyed reporter from the Coloradoan newspaper, who was shocked to see numerous dead...

The total solar eclipse, as seen from Casper, Wyoming, at approximately 11:43 a.m. Aug. 21, 2017.

‘Ring of fire’ eclipse will be the last for 16 years

Lizzy Rylance • October 4, 2023

Don’t miss the chance to see this “ring of fire” eclipse — it will not return to the United States until 2039. Here’s why traveling south to view the eclipse could be worth your while. On...

COVID vaccine creates new immune response to variants

COVID vaccine creates new immune response to variants

Alexander Wilson • September 28, 2023

Since the first COVID-19 vaccine became widely available in 2021, booster immunizations have proceeded to maintain public safety. On Sept. 11, the Food and Drug Administration approved an updated vaccine...

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CSU research facility pioneers sustainable cattle farming

Lizzy Rylance • September 28, 2023

In a stride toward addressing the environmental concerns surrounding cattle farming, Colorado State University has officially launched its new Climate-Smart Research Facility. The facility will enable...

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Fort Collins music fest fights opioid use stigma

Alexander • September 19, 2023

On Saturday, Sept. 9, The Lyric held the Fight the Stigma Music Festival to support the cause to end drug overdose. Many musicians, bands, advocates and Fort Collins community members attended.  Marty...

How CSU, CU compare in scientific programs

How CSU, CU compare in scientific programs

Allie Seibel • September 14, 2023

Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder are both very strong science schools; they each have the reputation and credibility of bolstering strong degree options for students in...

Fight back against mosquitoes with 5 FAQs

Fight back against mosquitoes with 5 FAQs

Jenn Dawson • September 2, 2023

It’s routine. Fort Collins is used to mosquito spraying and West Nile virus fears, but just like in the other seasons, climate change is making chaos out of our routines. Most of summer is behind us,...

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