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Wilmington
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington resident Theressa Johnson Webster (103) celebrated her birthday on Jan. 10 at Gilpin Hall with family and friends, marking a special milestone. Delaware Online
- ➤ The Blue Line Network will host a drive-by event in Milton on Jan. 18 at Hudson Fields where a free memorial sticker honoring fallen trooper Matthew T. 'Ty' Snook will be placed on participating vehicles—donations will help support his family. Delaware Online
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new study released Jan. 10 shows Delaware residents favor Chick-fil-A over other fast-food options based on Google Trends scores normalized per restaurant count. The research also found that Georgia residents prefer the chain, reflecting strong regional loyalty. Delaware Online
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s new jobless claims fell by 55.5% for the week ending Jan. 3, dropping to 359 claims from 807 the previous week, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Overall U.S. claims rose to 208,000 during the same period. Delaware Online
- ➤ The Central Atlantic region’s gas prices declined to an average of $2.92 per gallon on Jan. 5, down from $2.94 last week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (covering Delaware plus four other states), while prices remain about 4.4% above the national average. Delaware Online
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Soap Making Workshop - Protective Chai
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Terra Luna — Ticket purchase required — Create your very own protective chai-scented soaps in this hands-on workshop.
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Veganized Slow Cooker Recipes Cooking Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wellness Plus Center — Free entry — Discover delicious veganized slow cooker recipes and enjoy free samples.
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2026 Summer Camp Fair
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free admission — Explore local summer camps and enjoy hands-on science activities for campers.
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Learn to Play Mahjongg
1-2:30 p.m. — Siegel JCC Kehillah Lounge — Free for Members, $50 for Non-Members — Engage in a fun and social Mahjongg class suitable for all skill levels.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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