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Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The new Brandywine Spring Festival of the Arts will take place at Siegel JCC in Talleyville on May 16 and 17. Barry's Events expects 3,000 to 5,000 visitors to enjoy over 150 juried artists, food trucks, and booths for nonprofits, with $5 admission for adults and free entry for kids (12 and under). Delaware Online
- ➤ The Beebe Medical Foundation hosted a Women in Philanthropy luncheon in Lewes on Wednesday, Mar. 25 to celebrate International Women’s Day and highlight supportive networks + community ties. Bay to Bay News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Regional gas prices in the Central Atlantic jumped to $3.86 per gallon last week—a rise of 25 cents from the previous week—as traders factor in potential disruptions from Middle Eastern tensions and increased spring demand. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ William Penn will upgrade its athletic complex with a synthetic turf stadium featuring lights for night games and a tennis and pickleball area as part of a $30.1 million plan approved in 2024 — turf fields will be built, marking the first public high school with a lighted field. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today at 6:00 p.m., the New Castle County Police Academy will graduate its 54th recruit class at Cab Calloway School of the Arts on 100 North Dupont Road in Wilmington, with seating beginning at 5:30 p.m. New Castle County Police Department
- ➤ 5 to 7 electric buses at the Wilmington yard remain out of service due to supply chain issues after a parts supplier closed, DART said on March 12. Diesel buses are running instead as officials work to secure replacement parts (which could take months) to restore electric service. Delaware LIVE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nemours Children’s Health & the Phillies hosted an Opening Day pep rally at Nemours Children’s Hospital on March 24 to honor Lucas Bibro, who overcame open heart surgery, as he is set to throw the first pitch at the home opener today with ballpark snacks and games energizing the community. Delaware LIVE
- ➤ Delaware high school graduates are set to impact this MLB season as Cape Henlopen grad Mason Fluharty pitches for the Blue Jays, Caravel grad Fraley plays for the Rays, and Cape’s Gelof transitions to outfield duties with Oakland (local talent drawing attention); other prospects are vying for roles. Delaware Online
- ➤ Seven local baseball players and coaches will be inducted into the Delaware Baseball Hall of Fame this summer. The ceremony will be held on June 17 at Frawley Stadium ahead of the Blue Rocks game against the Cyclones. Delaware Online
- ➤ Dexter Boney, Delaware's all-time high school scoring leader, will be inducted with 11 others in the Delaware Afro-American Sports Hall of Fame at a banquet on Saturday, April 18 at 6 p.m. at the Modern Maturity Center in Dover. WDEL
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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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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.
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