Daily Briefing: There's still time to to enjoy some RI summer favorites

You've only got a few more weeks, so make the most of it – and if you need some inspiration, we've got you covered with our summer guide. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Fri Aug 23 2024 Lynne Sullivan | Regional Executive Editor [@LSullivan73]( Good morning. I'm Lynne Sullivan, the editor here at the Journal, and I'm filling in for Will Richmond again for today's Daily Briefing. Summer's wrapping up, folks. My heart is torn – I simultaneously don't want it to end, but I can't wait for sweater weather, apple picking, pumpkins – basically all the fall things. Everyone around me is trying to squeeze the last few drops of fun out of this summer. My daughter is headed to Nantucket today. My friends abandoned me at the gym this morning in favor of a last-minute trip to Cape Cod. My son is going kayaking later. So it got me thinking – what's left on my summer to-do list? I haven't been to the beach much – perhaps it's time to try one of these [hidden gem beaches](. On the way, I can stop for one of Gail's [sandwich recommendations](. Obviously, I can always make room for a [frozen lemonade](. A date night might be nice − hitting up a [rooftop bar]( while the weather is still warm enough sounds like a great plan. My youngest is only a teenager for two more months, but to be fair some of these ideas for [inexpensive outings]( sound fun for any age. And even if I spend my weekend running errands or cleaning, I could at the very least squeeze in [a nice drive](. My point is, you've only got a few more weeks, so make the most of it – and if you need some inspiration, we've got you covered with [our summer guide](. TOP STORIES [AG's report: 11 officers used 'reasonable' force when they shot at homicide suspect]( [Investigators looking for casings. Shooting in Johnston and police action just before 295 overpass on Plainfield Pike on May 24, 2023. ]( The shooting took place after a Johnston man led police in a high-speed chase, crashed an SUV, and pointed a silver handgun at officers, report says. [READ MORE]( [This multi-story play structure is part of the renovation of the park next to the Fogarty school in South Providence. The school is set to be demolished and a new, larger school built in its place.]( [New K-8 school is coming to Providence. Here's where and what it replaces.]( Providence will replace the Fogarty Elementary School with a new K-8 school building in South Providence. [READ MORE]( [Richard Bridges, Central football]( [The future is now: Here are 10 future stars in RI high school football]( For the fourth straight year, The Providence Journal is giving you a look at the state's future football stars. Based on our track record, you'll know them soon. [READ MORE]( [Real estate transactions]( [Real estate transactions: South Kingstown home sold for $3.9M]( See who else is buying and selling across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. [READ MORE]( [State Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green says the findings of a review of the state takeover of Providence Public Schools "show the district is moving in the right direction towards meeting the ambitious goals we set, but more work remains."]( [Providence School Board wants control back. Will the state give it to them?]( Frustrated with the five-year-long state takeover, the board voted to return schools to local control by next June. [READ MORE]( Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback]( [LiveIntent Logo]( [AdChoices Logo](