Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
Good morning, Wilmington.
On Jan. 19, volunteers gathered at Jason Beach in Trap Pond State Park, Laurel to clean the area and honor Rev.
Martin Luther King Jr. Their work showcased a deep love for nature and community spirit.
Avelo Airlines announced Tuesday that it will serve eight destinations from Wilmington Airport through late summer — including stops in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and San Juan — with one-way fares starting at $52.
Tickets are now available for summer trips.
This weekend, the Hate Has No Home Here Film Festival (Jan.
23–25) at Cinema Art Theater will show eight films with discussions, a Pop-It-Up Ceramic Workshop (Jan. 24) at the Delaware Art Museum lets you craft a planter, and Opera Delaware (Jan. 25) hosts a double feature at OperaDelaware Studios.
Naomi Townsend appears on Good Morning Delaware where she explains how her pageant background built her confidence and launched her food influencer career — offering advice for young girls building personal brands online.
Delaware's 2026 Principal of the Year, Dr. Sterling Seemans of Springer Middle School, credited his early work with at-risk youth for shaping his focus on building strong relationships with students and high expectations.
He was honored by the Delaware Association of School Administrators and celebrated with his faculty + staff.
Brandywine School District passed a $268 million budget (nearly 4% higher than last year's) on Jan.
20 but faced challenges from a drop of 279 students that cut state funds by $872,000 and may force the use of local funds as special needs costs rise.
Fourth-grade students from Joseph M.
McVey Elementary School in Newark (led by teacher Paul Sedacca) spoke at Legislative Hall last month to urge lawmakers to protect wetlands weakened by an EPA proposal; they carried handmade posters and read speeches highlighting wetlands’ role in filtering water and reducing flood risks.
Today Delaware experiences mild, sunny weather with highs in the mid 40s & a slight rise in temperature, while the forecast calls for a winter storm with a 50 to 60 percent chance of 5 inches of snow this weekend as temperatures drop and wind chills become dangerously cold.
The Blue Line Network postponed the tribute event for fallen DSP Cpl.
Matthew T. 'Ty' Snook due to weather, with donations supporting his family. A Caesar Rodney school referendum for staffing and services – along with a proposed term limits amendment for lawmakers – is set for February 9 and under debate.
Parents in Delaware face a maze of housing challenges as they try to secure safe living arrangements for their disabled adult children.
Local agencies are reviewing options (including joint living arrangements) amid a worker shortage, leaving families uncertain about future care.
Carlos Beltran is the first modern Blue Rock named to the Hall of Fame; he played at Frawley Stadium starting in 1997 and built a 20-year major league career.
His induction is set for this Summer + it marks a milestone for local baseball.
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.
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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