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Leading by example: URI recognized for state’s only college solar carport and more at state Clean Energy Awards
KINGSTON, R.I. – July 16, 2024 – The sunflowers and vegetable bounty at the Agronomy Farm at the University of Rhode Island provide clear evidence of the ample sun shining on that part of Kingston. For good reasons, a farm has been located at that part of campus since 1888.
RI-INBRE collaborative continues to help CCRI students, faculty meet research goals
Thanks to a $21 million National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to continue funding Rhode Island’s premier biomedical research collaborative, the Community College of Rhode Island remains part of an exclusive network of colleges working to develop the next generation of biotechnology experts. Since 2019, CCRI has been part...
New task force to create road map for AI usage in Rhode Island
It’s been roughly two years since AI (artificial intelligence) became an inescapable topic of everyday conversation — much of it focused on the spectacular creative powers of generative AI, from making absurd images to college students’ essays. But the rapidly emerging set of technologies offers much more than novelty: In fact, Gov. Dan McKee thinks […] The post New task force to create road map for AI usage in Rhode Island appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
R.I.’s next housing secretary job is not yet posted but here are two potential applicants
Two leading women in Rhode Island’s housing sector have signaled their interest in succeeding the state’s housing czar after he steps down this week from his cabinet-level job that pays more than the governor. After about a year and a half on the job, Housing Secretary Stefan Pryor announced June 27 he would step down […] The post R.I.’s next housing secretary job is not yet posted but here are two potential applicants appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Rhode Island reacts to attempted assassination of Trump
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — State officials and Rhode Islanders alike are reacting to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Both sides of the isle agree that we cannot have this type of violence or division in our country. State politicians immediately put out statements this weekend following...
Rhode Islanders in New Hampshire for New England Amateur
A slew of Rhode Islanders are in New Hampshire this week for the New England Amateur. The tournament starts on Tuesday (July 16) and is being played at Laconia Country Club. There will be a cut to the low 60 players and ties after 36 holes. Rhode Islanders Tee Times.
Update: Rip current statement affecting Barnstable County until Wednesday evening
An updated rip current statement was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:39 p.m. in effect until 8 p.m. for Barnstable County. "Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water," explains the weather service. "Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help."
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