Good morning, Warwick.

Two New England astronauts with Rhode Island ties are on an eight-month SpaceX mission at the International Space Station that began Feb.

10 as they conduct research to prepare for space exploration beyond low-Earth orbit — Hathaway trained in Newport and Meir studied at Brown.

On Monday, the NBC 10 Cares Community Blood Drive was held in Warwick - residents donated blood in honor of a local memory while supporting Rhode Island Blood Center amid a national shortage.

Each donation can help up to three patients.

Muslim communities in the area are preparing for Ramadan, which is set to begin Feb.

18 or 19 depending on moon sightings, and will last 30 days until Eid al-Fitr (expected on Mar. 19 or 20).

Some Rhode Island school districts are reviewing Lifetouch photo contracts after parents raised concerns over social media claims linking the firm to Jeffrey Epstein; Lifetouch said it shares images only for school records and provides SmileSafe cards to help locate missing students.

Becker's Hospital Review reported that patients statewide waited an average of 220 minutes (3 hours and 40 minutes) in emergency rooms in 2024, tying with Massachusetts for the third-longest wait time in the nation.

Local high school girls basketball nominees for Week 9 of the Longplex Athlete of the Week award include standout players from Lincoln, Narragansett, Davies, Portsmouth, and Tiverton; readers may cast multiple votes until Friday with the winner announced after the division tournaments.

DIY Robin's Nest Wreath Workshop

6-8 p.m. — The Rustic Rhode — All materials included — Create charming needle-felted robins and a beautiful wreath in this cozy workshop.

25th Extraordinary Woman Award Dinner

5-9 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick — Ticketed event — Celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in the community with a prestigious award dinner.