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Upcoming Halloween events near Fort Collins

Upcoming Halloween events near Fort Collins

Samy Gentle, Staff Reporter October 27, 2022

As the weekend before Halloween approaches, so do several spooky events in town. From bar crawls to haunted houses, Fort Collins and nearby towns have something for everyone. Harrington Art Alliance’s...

Miles Buchan, Collegian cannabis reporter, holds a pumpkin while cutting a precise hole into it for a mouthpiece

We made a pumpkin bong; you can too

Paul Brull, Cannabis Director October 27, 2022

Here at the cannabis desk, we love nothing more than celebrating spooky season. Between the frights and delights, Halloween is a great time to get high with friends and soon-to-be friends. Combining our...

Why track and field would survive the apocalypse

Why track and field would survive the apocalypse

Tyler Azzaro, Staff Reporter October 27, 2022

Editor’s Note: This is a satire piece from The Collegian’s sports section. Real names and the events surrounding them may be used in fictitious/semi-fictitious ways. Those who do not read the editor’s...

Henry: Halloween is the best holiday because it's for everyone

Henry: Halloween is the best holiday because it’s for everyone

Brendan Henry, Staff Reporter October 27, 2022
The days of Mariah Carey and ancient recordings of Christmas jingles on a loop in every store and restaurant are on the horizon. Momentarily, the fear of the holiday season can be pushed aside for the more fun, self-inducing fear of Halloween. Halloween is the best holiday. Some folks are not connoisseurs of fear, which is totally understandable, yet one does not need to be scared to enjoy the season of spook thoroughly. There are plenty of things to enjoy about the holiday that both include and exclude the scares and raised hair. 
Drag queen Liz Agna prepares to perform

Gallery: Drag show at The Lyric

Sara Shaver, Staff Photographer October 27, 2022

Drag at The Lyric! returned with a Halloween twist the evening of Oct. 21. Hosted by Krisa Gonna, the show featured performances by Ursa LaBear, Liz Agna and Little Sarah Tonin. Performances — including...

Burke: You don't have to be a 'political person' to understand politics

Burke: You don’t have to be a ‘political person’ to understand politics

Callum Burke, Staff Writer October 24, 2022
Colorado State University embraces a lot of free speech opportunities; especially right on campus. On any given afternoon, with Colorado weather permitting, it is not uncommon to come across a crowd of people discussing a political issue such as religion or even something a little more mundane like minimum wage prices that don’t necessarily always force your hand to get involved. Other times, the topic is about a more serious issue within politics that may grab your attention and even incline you enough to chime in with your thoughts. 
halloween thoughts

How to not culturally appropriate with Halloween costumes

Alexander Wilson, Social Media Coordinator October 24, 2022

Editor's Note: All opinions reflected within are views of the individual author only.   With Halloween right around the corner, it’s time to talk about costumes and cultural appropriation.  Cultural...

University outside hitter Kennedy Stanford (17) serves the ball

Kennedy Stanford: The gold-blooded killer

Damon Cook, Staff Reporter October 24, 2022

Editor’s Note: This is a satire piece from The Collegian’s sports section. Real names and the events surrounding them may be used in fictitious/semi-fictitious ways. Those who do not read the editor’s...

Umbrellas dangle in an alley outside of Happy Lucky's Teahouse in Fort Collins

Fort Collins Ghost Tour uncovers haunted stories

Emmalee Krieg, Staff Reporter October 24, 2022

Creaky floorboards, shadowed corners and the musky smell of dust fill a dark room. Did something just brush against your shoulder? Or was it someone? Fort Collins is rich with history. So rich that...

A brief history of cannabis policy in the United States

A brief history of cannabis policy in the United States

Paul Brull, Cannabis Director October 20, 2022
The United States has a storied history when it comes to cannabis policy. With elections approaching, understanding where we are today can be more appreciated if we look to the past.
Fort Collins residents can use the ballot box outside the Larimer County courthouses building to deliver their ballots. (Photo illustration, Brooke Buchan | Collegian)

Cameras, GPS tracking: How Larimer County keeps your votes safe

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter October 20, 2022

"I am completely and 100% comfortable with elections in Larimer County," Larimer County Clerk and Recorder Angela Myers said. Myers explained the secure process of counting ballots amid controversy...

Midterm voter guide: Colorado Propositions

Midterm voter guide: Colorado Propositions

Jordan Mahaffey, Staff Reporter October 20, 2022

November’s ballot includes eight propositions, where voters will either select yes/for or no/against. Statutory propositions are relevant for all of Colorado and reflect a number of economic and lifestyle...

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