If it feels like pickleball courts are popping up everywhere in Fort Collins, you’re not imagining things. The growth of the sport nationally has been nothing short of explosive—participation has skyrocketed over 220% in the past three years, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association—and Fort Collins is catching up in a big way.
On April 15, 2025, Greeley City Council voted 5-2 to approve pre-development funding for what’s shaping up to be the largest entertainment development in city history: the Cascadia Project. Touted by supporters as a “generational opportunity” and criticized by others as a “reckless risk,” the $1 billion public-private development is now officially moving forward. This
Electric vehicles are no longer a futuristic concept—they’re on the streets of Fort Collins today, and in growing numbers. With over 5,200 EVs now in the city and 20% of new car buyers choosing electric, Fort Collins is clearly on board. But the big question is: are we ready for this shift? The City Council
Colorado is renowned for its vibrant running community and hosts several iconic races that attract participants from around the globe. Among these, the Horsetooth Half Marathon, Colorado Marathon, and BOLDERBoulder 10K. Here’s an overview of these races in 2025, including their distances, dates, times, histories, entry costs, locations, and reasons to participate. Horsetooth Half Marathon
If you’ve ever dreamed of adding a backyard cottage, a rental suite above your garage, or a small home for aging parents, Fort Collins just became an ADU-friendly city in Colorado—thanks to new statewide legislation and a significant local code update. Colorado passed House Bill 24-1152 (HB24-1152), a sweeping law requiring all jurisdictions within metropolitan
A Real Family’s Breakdown + Tips to Save Big on Your Ski Trip Thinking about planning a ski trip to Steamboat Springs, Colorado with your family? We just wrapped up a week-long adventure with two adults and two kids—and let’s just say: it added up quickly. But along the way, we picked up some money-saving
Last weekend, we packed up the truck and headed to Snowy Range Ski Area in Wyoming for a quick day trip. I’d never been before, but I’d heard good things—affordable, close to home, and a great little mountain for a full day of skiing. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint. Super Quick
If you’ve lived in Fort Collins for any length of time, you’ve probably realized that the standard four seasons—winter, spring, summer, and fall—don’t quite capture our unpredictable weather patterns. Instead, we experience what many locals jokingly refer to as 11 distinct seasons, each with its own quirks, false hopes, and wardrobe confusion. Welcome to Fool’s
Thinking about moving to Fort Collins, Colorado in 2025? Whether you’re still considering your options or you’ve already committed, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about relocating to Fort Collins and Northern Colorado. Fort Collins is an incredible place to live, but it’s not for everyone. From choosing the right
Alright, Fort Collins—we’ve got a big goal on our hands. The city has committed to hitting zero waste by 2030, meaning nothing—zero, nada, zilch—goes into landfills. Everything would need to be reused, recycled, or composted. Sounds great in theory, right? But let’s be real—we’re nowhere near that yet. One of the biggest challenges? Construction and