Good morning, Wilmington.

Catholics from the Diocese of Wilmington will visit 57 parish churches in Delaware and Maryland to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) on Monday, March 30.

Christ the Cornerstone Church’s Arts Academy in Bear serves nearly 40 students with private and group music lessons (each class builds skill).

It hosts a Coffee House Open Mic Night on May 13 at 6 p.m. and an End Season Showcase on May 22, with summer programs ahead.

On March 24 in Dover, the Delaware Tourism Office unveiled its first Visit Delaware Travel Guide since 2020 – offering refreshed photos, updated listings and story-driven features that highlight local attractions, with Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay noting the guide helps inspire visits beyond the beach.

On the 140th anniversary of his birth, the Delaware River and Bay Authority honored Giuseppe Bellanca with a ceremony at Wilmington Airport this month.

The event underscored his role in establishing New Castle as a key hub for aerospace innovation.

ASPIRA announced that CEO Margie Lopez Waite (who helped open the first dual-language charter school in 2011) is leaving effective today as the board begins a national search for her replacement; school operations will continue as normal.

Caroline Keller, a junior at UD and a Wilmington native, earned the Critical Language Scholarship to study Hindi in Jaipur this summer.

She joins 315 recipients chosen from about 4,500 applicants to enhance her language skills abroad.

A Delaware commission approved opioid grants Monday for Wilmington – $90K for AEDs and naloxone kits, Seaford – $271K for park improvements and youth outreach, and Newark – $133K to expand its Behavioral Health Unit for opioid treatment.

Today, Old Wilmington Road between Loveville Road and Brackenville Road shuts for pipe replacement until week’s end, weather permitting.

Then Tuesday, March 31, Mill Creek Road and Mendenhall Mill Road's intersection closes until Friday, April 10.

Governor Matt Meyer unveiled two bills Monday at the University of Delaware to license crypto companies that hold stablecoins — a move aimed at modernizing banking rules and increasing local jobs as digital payments grow.

Local officials have lowered flags to half-staff across Delaware to honor former state Sen. Nancy Cook, who died March 23 at 89.

Flags will remain lowered through sundown on March 29 — Gov. Matt Meyer praised her 30 years of service and mentorship.

The St. Elizabeth’s High School Girls Basketball team made history by winning their championship this season and head coach Tye Taylor praised players Makayla Sullivan, Za’mylah Seda-Owens, and Skylar Bolden for their on-court skill and off-court leadership.

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.

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.

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.

TEA 105 & 106 In-Person Class

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Fieldstone Golf Club — Registration fee applies — Dive into a 3-day intensive class covering key tea sommelier skills.