Good morning, Wilmington.

On Monday evening, over 75 residents gathered at the Jefferson Street Center in Baynard Village for a Spotlight Delaware Breaking Bread event where they discussed concerns about housing, schools, government transparency & small business challenges.

Volunteers are invited to the 34th annual Christina River Watershed Cleanup at 13 sites in northern New Castle County on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Organizers will provide gloves, trash bags, and safety vests plus a reusable shopping bag while supplies last.

An archival feature revisits Delaware’s Easter celebrations and reveals decades of community traditions with egg hunts, parades and services captured in photos.

The retrospective shows how local festivities have evolved in Wilmington, Rehoboth and other areas over the years — offering a historical glimpse into cherished holiday customs.

Residents may bring family photos, letters and other documents to the Delaware Public Archives for Community Digitization Days from March 25 to 28 (the event offers a hands-on way to preserve family history for future generations).

UD students honored Marian Coffin's legacy with an exhibit at the Philadelphia Flower Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Feb.

28 to March 8. The display, titled 'Reflections of the Past' — featuring a symmetrical garden design and a 5-foot statue — highlighted Coffin’s lasting impact in landscape architecture.

A report from the Energy and Policy Institute shows electric utilities in the Philly region, like PPL Electric, charge customers over 20% of a $200 bill in profits — Delaware customers pay about 11%, while nationwide averages rose from 12.8 percent to 14.6 percent between 2021 and 2024 and 2025.

David J. Farber, known as the grandfather of the internet at UD, died on Feb.

7 in Tokyo & left a legacy through his work on CSNET and NSFNET that connected researchers nationwide, inspiring generations of students.

Delaware felt a burst of spring warmth before a cold front cooled skies.

Forecasts (NWS, AccuWeather, Farmers’ Almanac) diverge: the NWS expects equal chances for temperature and precipitation, AccuWeather warns of severe storms in May, and the Almanac calls for a warm, dry season.

Brett Fallon Jr. was sworn in at the District of Delaware Federal Court on Mar.

12, 2026 + his parents took part in the ceremony, marking a full circle moment for the Fallon family.

Governor Meyer signed a proclamation on March 12 declaring Delaware Libraries Day to celebrate 125 years of library service, urging residents to sign up for a free library card to access over 2 million books + digital media as programming honoring the milestone continues throughout the year.

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.

JDG College & Career Fair

10 AM – 12 PM — Goldey-Beacom College — Free entry — Explore career opportunities with local employers at this informative fair.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cherry Crush Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Tickets from $19 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Cherry Crush live in Wilmington.