Good morning, Wilmington.

The Playhouse on Rodney Square offers a 2026-27 Broadway season with shows including The Wiz (Oct.

23-25), SIX (Nov. 27-29), Clue (Jan. 8-10), A Beautiful Noise (Feb. 12-14), Beetlejuice (Apr. 2-4) and The Bodyguard (May 7-9). Season subscriptions are open and individual tickets will be on sale this summer.

Delmarva Power filed new electricity supply rates with the Delaware Public Service Commission that will raise a typical bill by about $14.64 starting June 1, driven by higher fuel prices and market conditions — the rates apply only to local customers, with assistance programs available for eligible households.

Former UD professor David Farber, who helped shape the internet (91), died last month, leaving behind a legacy of research and innovation in Delaware.

Residents carrying an ordinary pocketknife with a closed (3.75-inch blade) need not worry under Delaware law, which deems them legal.

The law, revised in 2025, treats all other knives as deadly weapons (unless used lawfully for trades, hunting or camping).

Delaware tax experts say residents should begin preparing early as the tax deadline nears, advising prompt filing to avoid delays.

They stress that early planning helps ensure smoother processing for local taxpayers.

Allergy season in Wilmington is starting earlier as warmer weather & changing rainfall cause trees to bloom sooner and release more pollen.

Local doctors advise residents to begin medications early and use precautions such as closing windows & air purifiers to ease symptoms.

Joe and Jill Biden adopted two black Labrador mix puppies named Boo and Scout with support from Humane Animal Partners Delaware (which serves Wilmington, Stanton and Rehoboth Beach) after rescuing them from Tennessee.

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.

Celebrity Chefs' Brunch 2026

11 AM – 2 PM — Chase Center on the Riverfront — Details coming soon — Indulge in a culinary extravaganza with star chefs in a scenic riverside setting.