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Hey Fort Collins, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: IKEA’s small-format debut, a first-of-its-kind nursing pathway, and First Friday Art Walk + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Fort Collins protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Five-year path to nursing leadership: CSU will launch a first-of-its-kind program in Colorado, a joint nursing degree linking Fort Collins and Pueblo, approved by the Colorado State Board of Nursing to ease the nurse shortage — learn about the 3+2 pathway.
Strategy shift fuels growth: IKEA is planning a 64,000-square-foot small-format store in Fort Collins, which would be the brand’s first in Northern Colorado, aiming for easier access and proximity to customers over warehouse-style destinations — learn about the expansion strategy.
Neighbors split over tower upgrade: County commissioners approved a Fort Collins cell tower expansion near Hearthfire, allowing it to exceed disguised tower limits and rise from 60 to 70 feet to improve Verizon service — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Twirl-worthy pasta night: Craving a proper carb hug? RARE Italian delivers with pappardelle al ragĂą, silky carbonara, and a playful seasonal lineup that keeps things fresh. Ideal for a midweek boost or a low-key date where the pasta does the flirting, and you just enjoy the twirl.
Closet time-travel, anyone? From a 70s statement coat to a 40s day dress or a quirky accessory, Wear It Again, Sam keeps Old Town stocked with true vintage from the late 1800s through the 1990s. Pieces that make every outfit feel like a plot twist abound.
A cool reset: When your back, knees, or stress get loud, CryoChill Spa offers targeted cryo, facials, and sculpting that fit into a weekday. Quick sessions slide between errands, calm inflammation, and reset your mood. It feels like a mini winter training camp, minus the wind sprints.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🖼 The Museum of Mothers Art @ Center for Creativity | Wednesday (3/4) at 12:00 PM – At the Center for Creativity, The Museum of Mothers Art honors Lisa and features fellow Fractal Visions creators. It’s free and open, heartfelt, and feels like a hug from the old Carnegie Library. Come, linger, and if you’re sentimental, maybe bring a handkerchief.
🖼 Under Pressure: 2026 National Printmaking Exhibition @ The Lincoln Center Art Gallery | Friday (3/6) at 1:00 PM – Patio weather can wait, this one is free art with actual ink involved. The Lincoln Center rolls out Under Pressure, a nationally juried Mo’Print show of 41 works in relief, lithographs, screenprints, intaglio, and monoprints, handpicked by guest juror Johnny Plastini. Low pretension, high craftsmanship.
🖼 First Friday Art Walk @ Old Town Square | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Old Town’s First Friday Art Walk is turning the streets into a free, self-guided gallery crawl, with 30-plus spots showing off local talent. Expect polished pieces, quirky finds, and plenty of neighborly chatter. Get your steps, your culture, and maybe a new conversation starter.
🎶 Well Chuned @ Magic Rat Live Music | Friday (3/6) at 8:00 PM – Think your dance moves retired with your last mixtape? Well Chuned is back at Magic Rat with no cover, tight grooves, and enough funk to remind your knees they still work. Grab a drink, claim a booth, then boogie like you still know the words.
🌱 19th Annual Seed Swap & Giveaway @ Old Town Library | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Skip big-box aisles and grow your stash the old-fashioned way with free seeds, starter soil, and gossip at the seed swap. Bring seeds to swap, or just a gallon bag or spare pots, and your questions for the Larimer County Master Gardeners. Green thumbs optional.
🍻 Sugar Britches Duo @ Konstruct Brewing | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – Honky-tonk troublemakers Sugar Britches roll into Konstruct Brewing with twang, tales, and just enough mayhem to make you forget tomorrow’s to-do list. Expect cold beer, solid grub, and zero cover, which pairs nicely with two-stepping, toe-tapping, and pretending your knees still cooperate.
🖍 Adult Coloring & Craft Night @ The Atrium Music Lounge | Tuesday (3/10) at 5:00 PM – Need a night where your only deadline is paint drying? Hit the adult coloring and craft hang for scribbling, cutting, and gluing with a drink in hand, zero prep, and supplies provided, or bring a friend and your project. Entry is free, attention span optional.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Fort Collins report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 46°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 74%
Rain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 46. North wind 7 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: A chance of rain before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 28. North northwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 64°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 64. West southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 30.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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