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Wilmington
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue Hen Chicks will host a free Italian dinner for veterans and their guests from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at the DAV Building in Camden (reservations via text are required). Delaware Online
- ➤ Casa de Venezuela Delaware is a volunteer-run group helping Venezuelan families find resources and rebuild trust amid changing immigration rules + it will host a statewide conversation on April 16 to share cultural stories and local support. WHYY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ DE250 invites locals to attend Celebrate Delaware, a public event set for April 18 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Hotel Du Pont where two spaces will blend Delaware's history and future. Deleware State Government
- ➤ Cherry blossom season is here and residents can see blooming trees at Brandywine Park in Wilmington and Winterthur Museum today (local parks and farms also offer scenic spots for photos). Delaware Online
- ➤ Delaware Division of the Arts is asking for community input through an online survey open until Friday, Mar. 27 to help shape its five-year plan after holding public events around the state. Officials say the plan will boost arts access & strengthen local creative ties. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ The Delaware Division of the Arts hosted the 15th State Employee Art Exhibition from Feb. 23 to March 20 at Delaware State University’s Arts Center/Gallery in Dover and announced winners on March 8; the event featured 221 submissions + included Governor’s Choice winners to be shown in the Governor’s Office. Deleware State Government
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sterling Seemans, principal at Springer Middle School, received the 2026 Delaware Principal of the Year Award in January - his servant leadership built strong community ties and improved relationships among students and staff. His UD education and early work in Wilmington helped shape his commitment to support every learner. University of Delaware
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DNREC’s DuPont Nature Center reopens Wednesday, April 1 at the Mispillion Harbor Reserve at 2992 Lighthouse Road near Slaughter Beach. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays in April, and visitors can view spawning horseshoe crabs and migrating shorebirds. Deleware State Government
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Lt. Governor Gay met with nearly 100 small business owners across all three counties (partnering with local chambers) to discuss ways to improve funding, workforce recruitment, and regulatory challenges. The roundtable highlighted plans for stronger government and business collaboration to boost Delaware’s economy. Deleware State Government
- ➤ Former Senator Nancy Cook, a trailblazing lawmaker who served 36 years and became the first woman to chair the Joint Finance Committee, died and leaves behind a record of bipartisan work that impacted her community. WDEL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Vallé Cucina Italiana in Pike Creek Shopping Center is renovating its space to modernize the longtime dining spot — established in 1981 — so local patrons can enjoy an updated atmosphere. Delaware Online
- ➤ A survey by American River Wellness finds college students ranking Dewey Beach at No. 15 and Newark at No. 50 as top spring break stops due to lively bars + walkable dining, offering local options for students gearing up for their pre-party before reaching final destinations. Delaware Online
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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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2026 Delaware Running Festival
7 AM - 1 PM — Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park — Registration required — Gather with thousands of runners for a marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K in a scenic setting.
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Still Not Okay Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — $37 entry — Catch the last-minute tickets for an exciting night of live music and entertainment.
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~ Les Brown
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