Alicia Ortiz Alba

Black Excellence in Rhode Island: Support Black-owned businesses throughout Black History Month and every other day

Black excellence is something that should be celebrated every day. Black History Month not only honors that excellence but places it front and center. In that spirit, I invite you to visit one or more places in this directory and take the time to respectfully experience the culture and the beauty it offers the world.  […]

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RISE Medical & Recreational Cannabis Dispensary Warwick: Where regulars feel at home 

While built for quick, seamless visits, this dispensary does it without losing its sense of community. What used to be known as Agaves Mexican Grill on Jefferson Boulevard has now become a community-driven dispensary for medicinal and recreational users. Tucked between office parks and the constant airport traffic, sits RISE Cannabis. While there is no […]

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A quick look into Newport Art Museum’s exhibitions explains why this museum should be a top pick for everyone

Tucked in the heart of Newport, a special place hides from the public, yet is visible to those curious wandering individuals. The Newport Art Museum is not simply a place where art sits waiting to be seen by visitors; it is  a place where human connection transcends  canvas and time. Motivated by the belief that […]

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An Inside Look Into the Wickford Art Association: Discover another hub for Rhode Island’s creative abilities and learn how the Wickford Art Association nurtures local talent

Displaying exceptional talent on a small canvas, the Ocean State Small Works Exhibition was not just a charming summer showcase, but rather a demonstration of what the Wickford Art Association is capable of: bringing together artists of all levels through thoughtful exhibitions and simultaneously strengthening the artist community through accessibility and quality. As they host […]

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Oyster Farming in the Off-Season: An inside look at how Blue Acres Aquaculture adapts its work as the cool temperatures settle in

The summer season is approaching its end. For corporate America, this might be the slowest season of the year. But for farms and other companies that thrive in the summer, busy is merely an understatement. Rhode Island is not known as the Ocean State just for its shoreline. Seafood has, and will always be, one […]

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Pumpkin isn’t the only spice: Take a peek at the new, exciting flavors coming to you this fall

Folks, it is finally here! The season that many anticipate with excitement has finally arrived. September rolls in, and before you know it, October arrives with that cooler weather and the most beloved (and most debated) fall seasonal drinks. As the summer heat fades and cravings shift, pumpkin spice makes its grand return. Here are […]

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RKO Army honors 50 years of rocky horror picture show: The iconic rocky horror convention

Whether you are a professional shadowcaster, a die-hard Rocky Horror lover, or a curious individual wondering what all the excitement is about, RKO Army’s Rocky Horror Convention is about to transport you into a time warp like you’ve never experienced before. For its 50th anniversary, this August event is completely new. This is not your […]

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