Good morning, Warwick.

Case workers from Better Lives Rhode Island visit homeless encampments today to provide supplies and support for residents facing winter hardships.

Crews in East Providence clear tents in encampments in Providence and Pawtucket to help ensure safety during the chilly season.

Warwick Weekend highlights include WCFA’s Members Exhibit, a Winter Market at the mall, and ice skating, while the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in West Warwick is scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m. starting at Washington Street & Read Avenue with road closures and police support ensuring safety.

Rep. Gabe Amo announced $311,000 in funding for the Nonviolence Institute to expand its community services.

The institute aids survivors and promotes nonviolent solutions after recent local violent incidents.

Gov. Dan McKee asked the federal government to refund $770 million in tariff payments after a Supreme Court ruling found the policies unlawful.

He said the refunds, estimated at $1,751 per household, would help families cover essential expenses.

Rhode Island’s Cannabis Control Commission is considering delaying 20 new retail dispensary licenses after local stores reported that extra competition might lower profits.

The proposal will be discussed Friday, Mar. 13 at 1 p.m. at the commission meeting.

The Friars advanced by beating the Butler Bulldogs 91-81 at Madison Square Garden on March 11 – they will face St. John's at noon today as head coach Kim English prepares to leave after the season.

Adeniyi Amadou will leave URI after the NCAA Tournament run to become the head coach at New Mexico State.

He served for seven years, helped win Atlantic 10 titles, and was key to recruiting international talent, making his departure a significant shift for the Rams.

On Wednesday, March 11, Colin Dorgan scored the game-winning goal in double overtime against Portsmouth to send the Blackstone Valley Schools hockey team to the Division II Championship Game.

A GoFundMe was launched to support him and his sister after tragedy struck his family.

Providence overcame a 16-point deficit in the Big East Tournament with Stefan Vaaks scoring 28 points + eight 3-pointers in a 91-81 win on Mar.

11, booking a quarterfinal game today against top seed St. John's.

6th Annual RI Wind Turbine Competition

8 AM – 5 PM — Knight Campus - Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) — Free entry — Watch local students showcase their engineering skills in a thrilling wind turbine challenge.

Spring Flower Arranging Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Cask Restaurant & Bar — Ticket includes two arrangements and one drink — Unleash your creativity in a hands-on flower arranging workshop.

The Bark & Boogie

6-9:30 p.m. — Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa — Tickets required — A spirited celebration supporting pets and people with cocktails, food, live music, and dancing.