Good morning, Newport.

Smoky Mountains website maps forecast that fall colors will start appearing in southern New England the week of Sept.

15 — local shores will enjoy vibrant hues by mid-October before fading by the week of Oct. 27.

New York’s Sip & Guzzle concluded its two-day residency at The Vanderbilt on Mary Street, where Sam Morris & Victoria Garcia served creative cocktails for locals.

The rooftop pop-up brought a taste of Greenwich Village’s cocktail scene to Newport this late summer.

Local resident Tyler Bernadyn shared his Block Island travel story on a family vacation, praising relaxed mornings and popular 1661 venues (covering dining and wellness) that show the island’s charm and conservation efforts.

Real estate open houses are held today and Sunday in Newport County as the last weekend of August unfolds.

Buyers can tour homes at key locations (Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth and Tiverton) during scheduled times in a balanced market.

Roger Federer will be enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport today along with Mary Carillo; the retired star said he cherished his career for the friendships and experiences (his first visit to Newport).

URI football, the No. 7 Rams, opened their season with a 34-7 win over Merrimack on Aug.

28, winning despite missing their starting quarterback.