Good Day
Providence
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brown University students will host a benefit concert for Providence on March 6 at 8 p.m. at the Strand Ballroom on Washington Street & will feature artists Daiela, The Island Rovers, and Wil Rowland. All proceeds will go to benefit local residents & small businesses. 10 WJAR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, a detailed timeline retraces the Station nightclub fire in West Warwick (23 years ago) that claimed 100 lives and injured over 200 people, prompting vital changes to the state’s fire safety codes. The Providence Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FM acquired the IGT office tower at 10 Memorial Boulevard in downtown Providence on Thursday & will occupy part of the 10-story building while IGT remains a tenant, advancing FM’s expansion plan with new space in Boston and a forthcoming Science and Technology Center in Norwood. The Boston Globe
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Repertory Company in Providence presents The Roommate, a play about two middle-aged women exploring new identities in a modest kitchen setting — the production runs now through March 19 in repertory with Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Providence neon artist Nick McKnight is preserving a more than 100-year-old art form by crafting bright signs for local businesses like G Pub and The Wilbury Theater Group. McKnight uses argon, neon, and helium inside glass tubes (a method dating back over a century) to light up familiar spots. 10 WJAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hout Seng, lead cook at Andrews Commons, builds community by sharing his culinary passion and cultural traditions through popular Lunar New Year celebrations. He advanced from an entry-level role to a leadership position at Brown (showcasing the campus's supportive environment). Brown University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Several Providence bus stops are still covered in snow and ice weeks after a January storm, forcing riders to wait on sidewalks and streets. RIPTA handles cleaning nearly 400 transit shelters, while property owners must clear sidewalk stops — a split that leaves some stops unsafe. 10 WJAR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, TikTok is sparking a sardine craze that has local restaurants adding affordable, high-protein grilled sardines to their menus + at East Providence’s O Dinis and Warren’s Kingfish, which honor traditional flavors + while offering a healthful, budget-friendly option. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Blackstone Valley School hockey team canceled its final regular-season game after an incident at Dennis M. Lynch Arena on Feb. 16 (league officials said games may resume Friday and playoffs will be scheduled once rink availability is confirmed). The Providence Journal
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RI VegFest
12-5 p.m. — WaterFire Arts Center — Early entry tickets available — Explore Rhode Island's first fully vegan festival featuring 85+ vendors and a welcoming atmosphere for all.
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Black Violin Full Circle Tour
7-10 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Cost not specified — Experience a unique blend of classical music and hip-hop with Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin.
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Gavin Adcock Concert
6-10 p.m. — Moonshine Alley — Limited menu available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Gavin Adcock and special guest Jay Rabbitt.
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Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons
2:30-9:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a magical concert journey through the seasons of Stardew Valley with a live orchestra.
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Music and More! Toddler Activity Group
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Engage in music, dance, and crafts with toddlers and caregivers in a fun-filled session.
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Zachary Ross Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Zachary Ross and similar artists.
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Concert featuring 92 Winona and Driftwood Soldier
8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of melodic tunes with Driftwood Soldier and other talented acts.
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Early Ones Only: The Party That Doesn't Ruin Tomorrow
5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — $25.38 — A dance party for those who love to have fun without staying out too late.
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Malik Elijah Live in Providence
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Lounge, Fete Music Hall — $20 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Malik Elijah as part of his 'Walk... Before You Fly Tour'.
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Tech Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free and open to everyone — Offering free tech help to empower the Hispanic community with essential skills.
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