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Spoken Word Warriors: The Legacy of Spoken Word Poetry from the Griots to Mr. Orange Live
“Spokenword” poetry, an art form steeped in tradition and innovation, has woven its way through the annals of history, echoing the voices of griots, resonating in the streets of Harlem, and pulsating through the beats of rebellious hearts. From its origins in African oral tradition to its modern manifestations in the poetry scene of Providence, Rhode Island, spokenword has been a vehicle for cultural expression, social change, and personal liberation. In this exploration, we journey through the evolution of spokenword, tracing its path from the griots of Africa to the dynamic contributions of poets like Damont Combs, also known as Mr. Orange Live, whose vibrant presence illuminates stages and hearts alike.
ROMANCE IN RI: A Review of Riss M. Nelson’s A Love Like the Sun
The debut adult romance novel A Love Like the Sun, by Providence writer Riss M. Nelson, is the quintessential social media love story. Released on June 11, the novel deals with relationships in the modern day, exploring the divide of intimacy in the real world and online. The plot revolves around Laniah Thompson, the main character and narrator. A Silver Lake local, she struggles through her mid-twenties, looking for love and a way to save her small business. The natural hair shop that Laniah and her mother have worked tirelessly to keep afloat is about to go under. The boy she is texting is giving a thumbs down to her nudes, and worst of all, her childhood best friend Isaac Jordan is drifting further away thanks to newfound fame. Isaac is the perfect guy. He is kind, handsome, rich, famous, and, best of all, well-versed in the art of social media self-promotion. Issac is so good that he’s amassed millions of followers. His social media status forces him to wear disguises when he goes out in public. But when Isaac returns to Providence, surprising Laniah and hearing all her problems – things get complicated. He decides (against her wishes) to help the only way he can: posting a picture with her for his millions of fans to see. From there, the two start fake dating, and Laniah and her business get thrust into the blinding spotlight.
Dogtopia teams up with the Pawtucket Animal Shelter
On The Rhode Show, we learn more about The Pawtucket Animal Shelter. Find out about some of the animals that are up for adoption. Our segment is sponsored by Dogtopia Warwick, a premier dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and training facility on Jefferson Boulevard. Dogtopia believes that DOGS SAVE LIVES. They...
North Providence L.L.'s ages 9-10 all-stars win District I title, get ready to host state tourney
NORTH PROVIDENCE – The host of the upcoming Major Division ages 9-10 state tournament will also be trying to win the championship. The North Providence Little League’s all-star team captured the District I title on Sunday night at Romano Field by defeating Cranston East, 4-0, and on Saturday, the all-stars will be back on their home turf to begin the double-elimination tourney.
Residents irate after city posts personal information online
WOONSOCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — The city of Woonsocket, Rhode Island’s human services director is stepping down, as the mayor takes new measures to screen documents before they are uploaded online after dozens of residents’ sensitive personal information was posted on the city’s website. As NewsNation affiliate...
Women's Water Polo has 21 Named to ACWPC All-Academic Team
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Brown women's water polo had 21 student athletes named to the 2024 Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches All-Academic Team the ACWPC announced on Wednesday (July 17). Brown finished with the eighth-highest team GPA in the Nation and the third-highest team GPA in Division I. The...
Summer Rep returns to CCRI with Players' adaptation of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing
The Community College of Rhode Island Players begin their 2024 Summer Repertory theater season tomorrow night at the Warwick Campus’ Bobby Hackett Theatre with a performance of William Shakespeare’s classic Much Ado About Nothing. Directed by Sophia Blum, a stage and film actress and teaching artist for both...
New Pay-for-Blood Plasma Business Coming to Providence - Elected Official Warns of “Exploitation”
A new pay-for-blood plasma center is slated to open in Providence, and the City Councilor whose ward it will be in is raising concerns. Councilor Justin Roias says he believes that OctaPharma — which according to Roias is expected to open where a Walgreens was last located at 465 Branch Avenue — has an “element of exploitation” to its business model.
Position Preview: Rams To Have Fresh Look at Quarterback
KINGSTON, R.I. - For the first time since 2019, Rhode Island will have a new starting quarterback when it takes the field on Saturday, Aug. 31 opposite Holy Cross. With four-year starter Kasim Hill exhausting his eligibility, the Rams will spend training camp evaluating which of their four quality options will take the starting snap opposite the Crusaders.
North Providence-Smithfield Babe Ruth 14s claim state tournament; regionals begin Friday
NORTH PROVIDENCE – On a scale of 1 to 10, the on-field celebration was a 2. And that was the only negative thing to come out of the North Providence-Smithfield Babe Ruth League’s 14-year-old all-star team’s convincing sweep of the Warwick PAL all-stars last week at North Providence High.
Men’s Hockey Announces 2024-25 Schedule
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Brown men's hockey head coach Brendan Whittet '94 has announced the program's 2024-25 schedule. The Bears are set to take on 17 opponents over 29 games, split between 16 home games and 13 road games. Brown opens the season with an ECAC road trip and heads...
Warwick Councilman Calls for Caucus to Remove Councilwoman From Position Following Her Arraignment
Warwick City Councilman Vinny Gebhart is calling for “immediate action” by the Warwick City Council — after Warwick City Councilwoman Donna Travis pleaded no contest on Tuesday on a misdemeanor charge of filing a false document in the transfer of property from the Oakland Beach Association to her ownership.
Cape Cod Baseball League roundup: Y-D tops Wareham in Cape League division leaders battle
In a battle of Cape Cod Baseball League division leaders, the Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox beat the Wareham Gatemen 4-1 at Clem Spillane Field on Wednesday. The Red Sox (16-8-2) led 3-0 before the Gatemen (17-9-1) got on the board in the seventh inning. The visitors then added an insurance run in the ninth and Trevor Moore (Stanford) pitched 2 1/3 one-hit innings with four strike outs to earn his seventh save. Phoenix Call (UCLA) and RJ Austin...
Fairhaven’s Harbor Freight Tools Store Now Open
FAIRHAVEN (WBSM) — Fairhaven’s newest retail store is now open, as Harbor Freight Tools opened up shop on Wednesday. The store is located at 13 Berdon Way, in the former Regal House Furniture location next to Ocean State Job Lot. We first learned Harbor Freight was coming to...
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