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Are you smarter than an SK Student? | Town Council Public Hearing | Coastal Resilience Plan

Issue #089

22 Jan

In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

📅 The Big Event List

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather

🤔 Join South Kingstown’s Fun-Filled Trivia Night for a Good Cause

🏫 South Kingstown Town Council to Host Public Hearings on Capital Improvements and Rental Registration

💨 Rhode Island Sets Sights on Coastal Resilience with Pioneering Legislation

🐏 RAMS Sports

🏀 South Kingstown High School Sports

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

📍Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

Join South Kingstown’s Fun-Filled Trivia Night for a Good Cause

South Kingstown is gearing up for an evening of intellectual challenge and community fun, where residents have the opportunity to see if they're smarter than a local student. Hosted by the South Kingstown Athletic and Fine Art Boosters, this trivia night invites participants to gather a few friends, form a team, and sign up for an evening of lively competition.

In addition to the trivia contest, the event will feature raffles with exciting prizes, including SK Rebels Athletic hoodies and ultra-soft SK Rebels blankets. Light refreshments will be available for purchase, adding to the festive atmosphere of the night.

This inaugural event, marking the first collaboration between the Athletic and Fine Art Boosters, aims not just to entertain but also to support important community causes. Proceeds from the evening will contribute to funding a museum trip to New York and the purchase of new team benches for the athletic field at Broad Rock Middle School (BRMS).

The trivia night is open to the entire South Kingstown community, including parents, teachers, staff, students, relatives, and all community members. It’s a perfect opportunity to engage in a bit of friendly competition, support local students, and enjoy a night out with friends and family. To participate in this exciting event, community members are encouraged to sign up, gather their team, and join in the fun.

South Kingstown Town Council to Host Public Hearings on Capital Improvements and Rental Registration

Today, the South Kingstown Town Council is set to conduct public hearings on two major issues: the Capital Improvement Program and the Rental Registration. A work session on Rental Registration is scheduled before the hearing. These sessions, to be held at the Town Council Chambers in Wakefield, offer a platform for public involvement in the town's developmental and housing policies.

Rhode Island Sets Sights on Coastal Resilience with Pioneering Legislation

The "Act on Coasts" legislation in Rhode Island, championed by Representative Tina Spears and Senator Victoria Gu, mandates a statewide coastal resiliency plan to assess vulnerabilities and devise mitigation strategies. The plan, building on the 2021 Act on Climate, will be regularly updated and includes the formation of an advisory board to work with the state’s EC4. The legislation is part of a broader effort to adapt to climate change.

Upcoming Local Events

Monday - January 22

Tuesday - January 23

Wednesday - January 24

Thursday - January 25

Friday - January 26

Saturday - January 27

Sunday - January 28

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RAMS

Men’s Basketball
Dayton Flyers, led by Daron Holmes II, controlled the game against Rhode Island from the beginning, establishing a substantial lead in the first half and expanding it in the second. Javon Bennett and Nate Santos also contributed significantly to Dayton's 96-62 win, while Rhode Island struggled to keep pace, with Jaden House being the only notable scorer for the team.

The Men’s next game will be home against Fordham on Wednesday, January 24th at 7 PM. This game will be streamed on ESPN+.

Women’s Basketball
In a tense game, Rhode Island nearly overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit against Saint Joseph's but ultimately lost 51-48. The game featured a strong start by Saint Joseph's, a mid-game scoring struggle for Rhode Island, and a notable performance by Teisha Hyman in the fourth quarter. Saint Joseph's secured the win with late free throws after Rhode Island's final three-pointer attempt missed.

The next Women’s game will be away against La Salle on Wednesday, January 24th at 11 AM. This game will be streamed on ESPN+.

REBELS

Boy’s Basketball

The Rebels Boys Basketball next game will be away game against Tiverton on Monday, January 22nd at 7 PM

Girls Basketball

The Rebels Girls Basketball next game will be home against Scituate on Tuesday, January 23rd at 6 PM

Please Support Our Local South Kingstown Community Businesses

Island Deli Sandwich Shop is a small locally owned restaurant specializing in freshly made deli sandwiches, wraps and breakfast sandwiches.

Order Online at theislanddeliri.com

Rebekah Cook Art and Paint Your Own Pottery Studio is a creative space for all ages and abilities to explore their artistic talents. Come and have some fun with friends and family as a walk-in at the paint your own pottery studio or schedule a special event.

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

Friday’s question: What is unique about the Single Arched Bridge near the Peace Dale Mill?
Answer: It was made by Indian artisans without a blueprint

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