Sunday Soundings: Voices of Rhode Island

Good morning, it’s Sunday, February 9.

Today’s weather forecast calls for a chance of snow and freezing rain before 9 am, then a slight chance of snow between 9 am and 10 am. Cloudy, with a high near 36. Northeast wind 10 to 14 mph, becoming north in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 50%—total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 23. Northwest wind 7 to 9 mph.

The great grandchild of slaves, George T. Downing became one of the most recognized business and civil rights leaders in 19th century America

While the laws are critical for tenant safety, the process of complying with them has created challenges for many landlords.

Right now, it looks like craziness rules.  Shame on us.

Newport-born commodore’s forceful diplomacy in Japan set stage for nation’s rapid industrialization and eventual rise as world power

Here’s a round-up of this weekend's events, live music, and entertainment.

Salve Regina University women’s basketball defeated Wellesley College, 66-51, in NEWMAC action at the Rodgers Recreation Center in Newport, Rhode Island, on Saturday afternoon.

A bill that would mandate greater financial transparency at the state’s nursing homes by establishing a nursing home workforce standards advisory board, has been reintroduced in the state Senate a year after it passed the legislature, but was vetoed by the governor.

Darius Maddox’s 24 points helped George Mason defeat Rhode Island 82-67 on Saturday night.

October 29, 1959 – February 7, 2025

Jahmyl Telfort had 24 points in Butler’s 82-81 victory over Providence on Saturday.

August 6, 1934 — January 15, 2025

Gerard O’Keefe scored 22 points, Blair Thompson made the go-ahead putback with eight seconds remaining and Columbia beat Brown 74-72 on Saturday to snap a seven-game skid.

Rafael Pinzon had 27 points in Bryant’s 78-71 victory over Binghamton on Saturday.

Today, Governor McKee shared an overview of the State’s preparations for the upcoming winter storm expected to begin tonight.

BermudAir to offer year-round service between PVD and BDA

March 4, 1938 — February 5, 2025

October 14, 1953 — February 5, 2025

The award was presented Feb. 6 at the organization’s Legislative Summit at the State House.

Some states, including Alabama and Rhode Island, already had suspended their programs with the Inauguration Day order.

City of Newport issues parking ban ahead of winter storm.

Winter Storm Watch in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon, with 5-8 inches of snow possible

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