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Wilmington
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Agencies declared the barge fire under control after coordinated efforts by the U.S. Coast Guard and state teams from Delaware and New Jersey, no injuries were reported, and the vessel will move to Camden today (its salvage metal to be offloaded) as air quality continues to be monitored along waterways. Deleware State Government
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grocery Outlet announced on March 11 that it will close 36 stores including the Kennett Square outlet while the outlets in Rehoboth Beach, Salisbury, and Elkton remain open. The chain said the changes are meant to boost earnings after a challenging fourth quarter. Delaware Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UD fashion design students and nearly 30 volunteers stitched Delaware’s panel for America’s Tapestry (the nation’s 250th anniversary exhibit) on March 11; the panel will be professionally finished in May and later displayed across the 13 colonies, reaching Delaware by 2028. University of Delaware
- ➤ Philly rap legends from State Property will host a fireside chat and performance at Wilmington Public Library on April 2 at 6 p.m., with tickets available from March 19+ limited seats expected. Delaware Online
- ➤ Watermen in Leipsic are working to train younger fishermen as rising costs and tighter rules challenge the traditional industry. Craig Pugh mentors new watermen — helping to preserve the town’s crabbing and oystering legacy for future generations. Spotlight Delaware
- ➤ Delaware resident Jill Biden announced her memoir 'View from the East Wing' (from Gallery Books Group) set to release on June 2 and detail her White House experiences. Delaware Online
- ➤ The Delaware Division of the Arts launched a statewide planning process to create a five-year creative plan supporting local artists and organizations + residents can share their views via a brief 5-minute survey. Deleware State Government
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DNREC announced that Delaware hunters harvested 16,746 deer this past season, with 11,907 antlerless and 4,839 antlered deer in one of the top-five harvests since 1954. DNREC launched the new interactive Game Harvest Dashboard (updated annually) to give hunters and residents detailed access to the data. Deleware State Government
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Department of Insurance said that recent property reassessments will not cause homeowners insurance premiums to increase because rates are based on home rebuilding costs rather than tax assessments (a measure used solely for property taxes). The agency encouraged homeowners to review their policies annually to ensure proper coverage. WDEL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A team competed in Chelsea Tavern’s Burger Challenge on Mar. 4 by trying to finish an enormous meal in under thirty minutes at the restaurant. Delaware Online
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Joy and The WildFire Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting sounds of Joy and The WildFire with a captivating performance of their lyrical mastery.
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St. Patrick's Revenge 5K
8 AM - 12 PM — Kelly's Logan House — Registration begins at 8 AM — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a spirited 5K run at a local favorite venue.
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JDG College & Career Fair
10 AM – 12 PM — Goldey-Beacom College — Free entry — Explore career opportunities with local employers at this informative fair.
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West Side Business Mixer
6-8 p.m. — El Toro Mexican Grill & Cantina — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs and enhance your business growth at this dynamic evening event.
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Andy Hull Live Concert
8 p.m. — The Queen — Tickets available — Experience the emotive sounds of Andy Hull from Manchester Orchestra in a historic venue.
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Capital City Go-Go vs. Delaware Blue Coats
7-8 p.m. — Chase Fieldhouse — Ticketed event — Experience an exciting basketball showdown in Wilmington as the Capital City Go-Go take on the Delaware Blue Coats.
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Abe Ovadia Jazz Trio Performance
2-3 p.m. — Chapel Street Players — Free entry — Experience innovative jazz sounds from the Abe Ovadia Trio as they blend traditional tunes with contemporary flair.
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Cherry Crush Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Tickets from $19 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Cherry Crush live in Wilmington.
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