Good morning, Providence.

Farmers at 4Town Farm in Seekonk & Paradise Hill Farm in Westport ask customers to only peek at corn ears instead of fully shucking them, noting that complete shucks often lead to waste.

They stress that keeping the husk intact helps maintain quality and reduces resource loss.

Rhode Island locals can buy fresh produce from farms + docks + markets, enjoying treats like corn on the cob, seafood, and meats that capture the state’s vibrant food traditions.

Custodian Leo Eastman has worked 33 years at Brown, caring for Rochambeau House with dedication and warmth — he recently received Brown’s Excellence Award for Citizenship as campus life benefits from his steadfast service.

Chowhound has named Honeybird Kitchen + Cocktails best fried chicken in Rhode Island, marking a new highlight for local dining.

RIPTA unveiled two new bus shelter art pieces (created by local artist Gregory Pennisten, known as Greg Was Here) in Providence’s Ward 14 on Friday.

Councilwoman Shelley Peterson and Mayor Brett Smiley attended the event.

The historic Coast Guard cutter Eagle has docked in Newport since July 31 and offers free public tours through Aug.

2 (visitors can explore the only active-duty sailing vessel in the U.S. military this weekend).

Helena Foulkes raised over $900K last quarter and entered July with $3.3M, widening her lead over Gov. Dan McKee (who started the quarter with $1.4M after raising $250K).

The Rhode Island Blood Center returns with its Pint for a Pint campaign from Aug.

1-31 to counter a severe blood shortage, offering a free pint of beer for donating blood. The event partners with eight local breweries in Pawtucket, Woonsocket, Warwick, Pascoag, Providence, Portsmouth & South Kingstown.

At Pawtucket Country Club on Friday, July 31, champions Joey Iaciofano and Adriana Eaton captured the boys and girls titles at the 107th Rhode Island Junior Amateur by closing with birdies + adding a legacy to Rhode Island junior golf.

Eaton looks ahead to the Northern Junior next week.

Investigative journalist Pablo Torre and Channel 12 revealed that NBA star Kawhi Leonard is a previously undisclosed investor in Rhode Island FC, sparking a probe into whether the Clippers steered off-the-books benefits during his sub-max extension (details remain under review).

Fish Fun(d) Gala for Woonasquatucket River's 25th Anniversary

5-8 p.m. — Farm Fresh Rhode Island — $55+ — Celebrate with music, food, and a costume contest while supporting local river conservation.