☀️ What's Up Newport County: Friday, February 28

Good Morning, Newport County!

East Providence secured a spot in the state final after beating Tiverton in last night's R.I.I.L. girls basketball tournament semifinal. What’sUpNewp photographer Justin Walker was there and has a game recap and photo gallery.

A DEA operation in Middletown took an unexpected turn Thursday, resulting in a shooting and car chase. Read More

RITBA has launched an educational social media campaign to inform customers about the widespread text scam known as smashing. Read More

The Newport Public Education Foundation is funding $41,800 in educational grants for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. This will bring 24 new academic enrichment programs to Newport’s public schools. Read More

Governor McKee will deliver remarks at a Black History Month commemoration hosted by the Rhode Island Slave History Medallions at Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. at 6 pm this evening. The event is open to the public. Event Details

Tiverton’s second-half comeback falls short as East Providence secures spot in championship game at the Amp.

Social media campaign aims to inform customers about the widespread text scam known as smashing.

Stephen Wilson Jr., Hurray For The Riff Raff among headliners for sold-out July event; more artists to be announced soon

24 academic enrichment programs to benefit students across Newport Public Schools

Suspect in custody after striking officer with vehicle, causing officers to fire weapons during drug enforcement operation

The program, designed to give extra support to address local leaders’ challenges, will gather attendees with guest speakers on topics that impact the non-profit sector.

Here’s what’s happening for events, live music, and entertainment this weekend.

Weather Forecast: Sunny, with a high near 46. West wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Tonight - Increasing clouds, with a low around 35. West wind 5 to 15 mph becoming south in the evening.

Marine Forecast: Small Craft Advisory in effect from Feb. 28, 6 AM until Feb. 28, 6 PM | W wind 7 to 12 kt, with gusts as high as 22 kt. Sunny. Seas 1 ft or less. Tonight - Variable winds less than 5 kt becoming S 8 to 13 kt in the evening. Winds could gust as high as 20 kt. Increasing clouds. Seas 1 ft or less. The coastal water temperature is 36 degrees.

Sun, Moon & Tide: Sunrise at 6:20 am. Sunset at 5:34 pm. High tide at 7:44 am & 8:07 pm. Low tide at 1:06 am & 1:32 pm. The lunar phase is a New Moon.

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General Assembly: Speaker Shekarchi announces 2025 housing legislation

Rhode Island Current: A rare battle to lead the R.I. GOP features two Trump supporters, arguing over who works harder

Rhode Island Monthly: Wishing for the Way Things Used to Be

WLNE: Bristol 4th of July Committee says concert series will still move, ballot initiative campaign planned

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