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The Fox Den No Waste Cafe & Roastery, which is on Laporte Avenue, is decorated with various signs detailing all that they have to offer.
The Fox Den
October 14, 2025
The Colorado Trail
The Colorado Trail
September 29, 2025
Jacob MacDonald (4) celebrates scoring a goal Oct. 11, 2024.
A Personal Letter From the Editor
March 10, 2025
Brayden and Erica sitting together in a classroom in the Clark C building on the Colorado State University campus, scrolling on social media Feb. 19.
Touch Grass
March 5, 2025
Sarka Richterova crouches low, anticpating her partner's serve April 7, 2024. Colorado State beat Fresno State 4-1.
Pink Collar Sports
February 20, 2025
Choosing CSU
October 25, 2025
Eco Thrift
Eco Thrift
October 21, 2025
Nude Modeling
October 17, 2025
A Max bus waits for passengers at the South Transit Center on Mason Street in Fort Collins, Colo. Sept. 4.
The Grass Is Greener in Fort Collins
October 16, 2025
Various shades of green throughout Fort Collins, Colo. Sept. 8-12.
50 Shades of Green
October 9, 2025
The Fox Den No Waste Cafe & Roastery, which is on Laporte Avenue, is decorated with various signs detailing all that they have to offer.
The Fox Den
October 14, 2025
The Aestethics of the Farmers Market
The Aestethics of the Farmers Market
October 2, 2025
The Colorado Trail
The Colorado Trail
September 29, 2025
Baseball merchandise at Grand Slam Sports Cards and Comics Jan. 24.
Jerseys, Cards, and Hats… Oh My!
February 18, 2025
Bizarre Bazaar, located on 1014 South College ave sells gently-used books, records, turntables, amplifiers, speakers, and repair work Oct. 5, 2023.
Bizarre Bazaar: The Secondhand Wonderland
April 30, 2024
Eco Thrift
Eco Thrift
October 21, 2025
Photo courtesy of Aggie Style
CSU Guide to Gameday Outfits
September 30, 2025
Women clothes in fashion store. Photo courtesy of Artem Beliakin on Flickr.
What are you wearing? Social Justice or Environmental Reform?
March 28, 2025
Ellie Keating and Ava Hulsebus model athletic wear in Campus Crossing at Ram's Pointe apartment gym Feb. 1.
From Field to Fashion
February 19, 2025
Photo courtesy of Michael Gray on flickr.
Makeup Mirrors
April 30, 2024
Wreaths on a building in Old Town, Fort Collins Dec. 6, 2024.
Old Town Fort Collins Shows Their Holiday Spirit
January 22, 2025
"Diva" by Quintin Gonzalez presented in the Nepantla exhibit in Fort Collins.
Nepantla: Exploring Identity Through Art
November 29, 2024
Two volunteers planting shrubs.
Outdoor Volunteering: Wildlands Restorations Volunteers Offers a New Take On Outdoor Adventure
November 9, 2022
Ben Walter works on leveling the ground.
Trail Building: How Fort Collins Gets it Done
November 9, 2022
The Cache la Poudre River provides the water necessary for irrigation of local farms. Japanese immigrants coming into Fort Collins in the 1800s and 1900s worked to create the irrigation systems used today for agriculture and residential use. (Gregory James | College Avenue Magazine)
Asian American Culture in Old Town Fort Collins
April 27, 2022
Records sit in a crate at the record store Bizarre Bazaar, Feb 5.
From Dust to Diamonds
February 21, 2024
5 Cheap and Easy Christmas Decorations
5 Cheap and Easy Christmas Decorations
December 22, 2023
A Musical Guide to De-Stressing During Finals
December 15, 2023
The entrance to Sonny Lubick's Steakhouse on Dec. 4.
Five MORE FoCo Date Spots
December 13, 2023
Clothes are hung on racks in front of Funktional’s storefront window labeled "thrift store" and surrounded by painted flowers., Oct. 23. Funktional is a thrift store that is located on Elizabeth Street.
Green is TOTALLY your color
November 8, 2023
Ashley Baron sits beside Candace Michelle in front of a glowing TV screen watching the live-action Alice in Wonderland March 21.
Watching a Movie in Wonderland 
April 17, 2025
A drawing of a white bunny reading a book.
Childhood Book Review
September 23, 2024
A "No Smoking sign hangs above Rowan Kimble's porch April 4.
If Cheech and Chong Can Do It, Why Can’t I
April 17, 2024
Free cinema seats image, public domain design CC0 photo.
Mia’s Guide to Upcoming and Current Movies
January 24, 2024
Illustration by Tessa Glowacki
From Page to Screen: “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”
December 12, 2023
Ashley Baron brings the lighter to the pipe and sparks a fire inside March 20.
Weed and Mental Health
April 30, 2025
Ashley Baron sits outside of her home, holding a pipe and staring out into the parking lot in Fort Collins March 20. She often uses electric pens, but once in a while she will use a traditional pipe.
What’s the Deal With Munchies? 
April 28, 2025
Ashley Baron lays in her bed holding a plushie with an angry, dog-like face on it March 19. There are drawn in, rainbow colored lines extending out from her to exemplify a dream-like state.
Effects of Cannabis on Sleep
April 21, 2025
Rows of colorful glass bongs made by the Colorado local business, “Spaceglass,” are on the shelf for sale at The Joint Smoke Shop on Prospect Rd. in Fort Collins March 28.
Grateful for the Influence
April 18, 2025
Ashley Baron sits beside Candace Michelle in front of a glowing TV screen watching the live-action Alice in Wonderland March 21.
Watching a Movie in Wonderland 
April 17, 2025

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A vanilla latte from Bindle. Photo credit: Mackenzie Boltz

Bindle Coffee makes the coffee decision easy

MBoltz • April 4, 2018
Between finding good prices, yummy coffee and a potential study spot, looking for a go-to coffee shop can be hard.
A patron playing one of the many pinball games offered at the bar-cade. There is both vintage and brand new pinball games to be played, and many of them for under a dollar. Photo credit: Erik Fideor

Pinball Jones Is an Arcade Bar Friendly for All Ages

EFideor • April 3, 2018
Students and long-time residents alike will find something to do at this Fort Collins' original.
Stacks of vinyl records arranged by genre.

Browse for Treasures at the Bizarre Bazaar

EFideor • March 20, 2018
There is much to be found in this out-of-the-ordinary record and bookshop.
Wheatberries & Roasted Butternut Squash

Stuff Your Face for Charity

MMiller1 • March 9, 2018
Save money on food and drinks while also giving back to the community with this fundraiser.
Owner Jeff Abbott (right) and business partner Scott Shepherd (left) standing in the front of The Gorehound's Playground.

The Gorehound’s Playground Creates Community Through Horror Films

JStewart • February 27, 2018
A unique Fort Collins find that combines horror and community.
Arianna Preuss holds her personal service animal, a sugar glider

Meet Zaboo: An Emotional Support Sugar Glider

Kelly Peterson • February 20, 2018
Find out how these fluffy fellows can transform the counseling world.
Kelsey Spognardi showing off her latest LipSense beauty book. Photo credit: Mackenzie Boltz

Journey Into the Makeup Industry With CSU Freshman

MBoltz • February 9, 2018
One CSU freshman's journey into makeup and her tips and tricks to get into the business.
Crystal Joys

New Crystal Shop In Old Town Fort Collins

APotter • February 8, 2018
This local shop gives jobs to the developmentally and intellectually disabled community while providing crystal jewelry to Fort Collins.
Piled high, the Prestige sandwich at the Gold Leaf gets creative with fried lion’s mane and pickles. Photo credit: Benjamin Chang

The Gold Leaf Collective

Katie Mitchell • February 1, 2018
The story behind Fort Collins' first 100% vegan restaurant.
snow scene at the Oval

Getting Into Photography in Fort Collins

EVassar • January 31, 2018
Fort Collins provides a plethora of locations and reasons to take up an interest in photography.
The yummy, unique donuts from Peace, Love and Little Donuts in their signature box. Photo credit: Mackenzie Boltz

The Ultimate Donut Guide: Peace, Love and Little Donuts

MBoltz • November 10, 2017
Are you trying to find the perfect little donut? If so, Peace, Love and Little Donuts is the place for you.
Man Therapy is an online mental help platform geared towards to men. (Photo via Cactus Mike, Wikimedia Commons)

Jumping Over Society’s Expectations: It Is Manly To Use Therapy

Kelly Peterson • November 7, 2017
Men represent 78% of all United States suicides. Using humor to break down the problem could greatly diminish this statistic.
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