Rhode Island Rams (11-16, 5-9 A-10) at VCU Rams (18-9, 10-4 A-10)
Rhode Island
Rhode Island takes on VCU on 4-game skid
The Rhode Island Rams are 5-9 in A-10 play. Rhode Island has a 1-3 record in one-possession games.
VCU is shooting 44.1% from the field this season, 1.4 percentage points lower than the 45.5% Rhode Island allows to opponents. Rhode Island has shot at a 46.6% clip from the field this season, 6.5 percentage points higher than the 40.1% shooting opponents of VCU have averaged.
The VCU Rams and Rhode Island Rams match up Wednesday for the first time in A-10 play this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Max Shulga is averaging 14.7 points and 3.7 assists for the VCU Rams. Joe Bamisile is averaging 3.2 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games for VCU.
LAST 10 GAMES: VCU Rams: 8-2, averaging 69.1 points, 35.2 rebounds, 13.9 assists, 5.5 steals and 3.2 blocks per game while shooting 42.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 64.0 points per game.
Rhode Island Rams: 2-8, averaging 72.8 points, 34.6 rebounds, 12.6 assists, 4.6 steals and 2.6 blocks per game while shooting 45.4% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 80.5 points.
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Rhode Island
RI State Police investigating inmate death at ACI
CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — An inmate death at the Adult Correctional Institution’s Intake Service Center on Friday is being investigated by Rhode Island State Police.
J.R. Ventura, a spokesperson for the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (RIDOC), said the inmate’s roommate notified staff shortly after 4 p.m. that he required medical attention.
According to Ventura, life-saving steps were initiated after the arrived staff saw the inmate wasn’t responding.
Cranston Fire Department was called and brought the inmate to Kent County Hospital, who was later pronounced dead.
RIDOC’s Investigative Unit is also investigating the death alongside State Police.
Rhode Island
Tornado, 75 Mph Winds, Ping Pong Ball-Sized Hail Possible Sunday In RI
RHODE ISLAND — Rhode Island is forecast to be battered by storms Sunday, which are expected to bring heavy winds, and possibly hail and a tornado.
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch around 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. for the state, warning of frequent lightning, likely wind gusts up to 75 mph and isolated hail as large as ping pong balls.
“Areal coverage of storms will increase this afternoon with damaging wind the primary threat, but large hail and an isolated tornado is also possible,” the service said in a social media post.
The storms are expected to hit between 2-10 p.m., according to the service. The watch also affects Connecticut, and parts of Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvannia, New Jersey and Delaware. Isolated flash flooding was projected to possibly occur more broadly between New England and the Southeast.
Rhode Island
Heading to the beach in RI? Here’s how to check parking availability online
It’s not fun to arrive at your favorite beach only to find it packed. Thankfully, state and some local beaches post updates online on parking availability
PROVIDENCE – On June 19, the federal holiday Juneteenth, many Rhode Islanders had a rude awakening when they arrived at their favorite beach to find it packed. Traffic was backed up, and many parking lots were full before noon, according to news reports.
There’s only so much you can do when thousands decide to go to the beach on the same day, but one thing you can usually account for is whether parking is available. Many beaches – both state and town-managed – post updates on parking status, letting visitors know if there is space in their lots.
Here’s a handy guide for checking if parking lots at your favorite beaches are full:
How to check parking at state beaches
The State Parks division at Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management keeps a near real-time status of parking lots at the following state beaches:
- East Matunuck State Beach
- Misquamicut State Beach
- Roger Wheeler State Beach
- Scarborough North State Beach (including overflow lot)
- Scarborough South State Beach
Parking passes are required at state beaches during operational hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Purchasing a pass in advance helps reduce traffic, as well as waiting time at the ticket booth, and gives you access to express lanes available at most state beaches, as passes now use vehicles’ license plates, making it easier and quicker to scan.
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Some beaches, such as East Beach and Charlestown Breachway in Charlestown, have limited parking, and checking availability in advance may not be possible.
How to check parking at Middletown beaches
Middletown posts updates on its Facebook and Instagram accounts when parking lots at its beaches fill up. The town also has a live camera of the parking lot at Sachuest Beach – known locally as Second Beach – where you can check in real time if space is available.
Seasonal beach passes may be required to park at Middletown’s beaches. They are available in person at the gazebo at the intersection of Hanging Rock Road and Sachuest Point Road as well as online. But beware: Online passes will not be available for pickup at the gazebo until 48 hours after purchase.
Parking at other popular beaches
Other popular beaches, such as Narragansett Town Beach, may not post updates online about parking availability. According to Narragansett’s Parks and Recreation Department, during busier days the West Lot – which is open to non-residents – fills up around 11 to 11:30 a.m. Only residents can park in the North and South Lots – except on weekdays after 1 p.m., when the South Lot is open to non-residents. These lots usually have spaces available unless it is a very busy holiday.
Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Seasonal parking passes are $50 per sticker, and a photo ID, vehicle registration and proof of residence or taxpayer status is required. West Lot parking rates are $15 on weekends and holidays and $10 on weekdays.
This story will be updated with more information about parking availability.
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