The Associated Students of Colorado State University Senate heard input from close to 50 students concerned about cultural resource centers possibly closing following new federal policies. More in ASCSU news, bill 5411 aims to provide $7,000 in funding to the Lavender Cabinet if passed which aims to provide gender-affirming garments, hygiene products, and other resources to students who need them. Finally, CSU President Amy Parsons delivered more statements after her response to community concern about federal changes impacting how the university runs.
In local news, a rare silver fox was spotted near Horsetooth Reservoir. The fox has a rare genetic mutation and is typically not found near such urban areas. Federal changes continue to impact the city of Fort Collins: a researcher for the Center for Disease Control was terminated after their research surrounding Lyme disease. To wrap up local news, a Fort Collins Police vehicle was involved in a crash after police responded to a driver who hit a tree near CSU’s campus.
Life and events features local Fort Collins band Clementine playing at the Aggie Theater on February 27 at 8 p.m. Then Gus Arnold delivers today’s feature story with “The Room” actor Greg Sestero. Hear Arnold’s interview with the actor to learn how the film impacted him and what future projects lay ahead for Sestero.
A pet store in Centennial Colorado has gained national attention after two thieves stole puppies from the store with the use of a fake medical emergency. From Littleton Colorado, a Lockheed Martin spacecraft will be launching soon to attempt to find water on the moon. Lastly in Colorado news, making national headlines, a man is missing in Gunnison National Park as the search enters its second week.
In sports, Trey DuFauchard goes over CSU sports with women’s swimming and diving attending a meet in Houston Texas. CSU’s women’s basketball team suffered a loss at home while the men’s team scored a victory in Las Vegas Nevada against the University of Nevada Las Vegas Rebels. Men’s and women’s golf both held tournaments recently. Finally, get an update on women’s tennis and CSU track and field as they both have upcoming competitions. Finally, for today’s episode of the Rocky Mountain Review get an update on the windy conditions ahead this week in Fort Collins.
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Original air date: February 25, 2025