Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of August.
Good morning, Newport.
🏘️ Community
Local organizations are making news in Newport County as Potter League for Animals holds a three-day Clear the Shelter adoption event in Middletown (Aug.
21-23) with waived adoption fees, and the Rhode Island Foundation awards $290K to support nonprofits, while Aquidneck Resilience invites residents to climate listening sessions starting Aug. 25.
🎭 Culture
Newport-based Groove Merchants will headline the final NIMFest concert on Sunday, Aug.
23 at King Park Gazebo on Wellington Ave from 3 to 6 p.m. The free event celebrates their funk-inflected take on pop + jazz and will be held weather permitting.
Newport OUT will host a Miami-inspired White Party Drag Brunch at Stoneacre Brasserie on Sunday, Sept.
6 with host Gigi Glam, Kennedy Plaza, Shania Taint and Adriana; reservations are at 10:30, 10:45 and 11 a.m. with $60 standard tickets or $65 for Splash Zone (priority seating and $10 drink specials).
🌲 Environment
Rhode Island remains under drought watch for another month because groundwater levels are low despite recent rain.
If rains keep coming, officials say the watch may be downgraded to an advisory on Sept. 22 and farmers hope it will protect their crops.
📰 Lifestyle
A local guide for fall hikers outlines 15 essential gear items to prepare for cooler weather when leaves are changing.
The list includes boots, rain jackets, socks, and more to help Newport residents stay comfortable and safe on scenic trails.
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