AGP Executive Report
Last update: 43 minutes agoWeather & Safety: A flood watch is in effect Sunday across Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts, with heavy rain and possible localized flash flooding—turn around if roads flood. Public Health: Rhode Island health officials are warning about a possibly rabid bat found at Roger Williams Park Zoo and urging anyone with bat contact to call. Local Business & Jobs: The Diversity Business Exhibit held its fourth annual conference at the Rhode Island Convention Center, pairing vendors, a job fair, and a free legal clinic. Community & Culture: A Pride Worcester festival drew about 30,000 visitors with clear skies and raised more than $140,000 for 2026. Food Access Policy: Rhode Island became the second state to ban grocery restrictive covenants that can block new stores from taking over former supermarket sites. Sports & Events: Newport’s American Polo Classic runs Saturday at Glen Farm, and the Narrow River kayaking season continues on weekends. Environment & Agriculture: Spotted lanternflies are spreading to 22 states, with Rhode Island among the hardest hit.
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