Daily
Wilmington
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chanel Holland-Pierre, founder of Chocolate Ballerina Company, shared her inspiring business journey on a live episode of Good Morning Delaware. The interview discussed her brand mission and upcoming plans (highlighting local entrepreneurship) that have sparked community interest. DETV
- ➤ Barclays US Consumer Bank has donated $75,000 to expand the Food Bank of Delaware's Kitchen School program near Glasgow (the upgrade will add a second kitchen space and modern cooking stations to train 50 adults with disabilities). WDEL
- ➤ One of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant’s founders is working to relaunch the Wilmington Riverfront eatery this summer. The group plans to reopen additional sites after the chain’s Chapter 7 filing in Oct. 2025. Delaware Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Authors Forum, led by Weldon Burge at Kirkwood Highway Library, hosts monthly workshops and panel discussions for local writers. A workshop on indie publishing with Matty Dalrymple is set for April 26. Delaware LIVE
- ➤ Umphrey's McGee will join Rocking the Docks summer lineup with a show on July 19 at the Lewes Ferry Grounds; artist presale tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. today + public presale tickets open at 10 a.m. April 3. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 31, College Transitions ranked the University of Delaware Honors College No. 11 nationally, highlighting its strong mentorship & academic rigor. Applications have increased by 23% over the past two years, boosting interest in the program's enriched opportunities. University of Delaware
- ➤ Yesterday, five University of Delaware Honors College students were named 2026 Goldwater Scholars, marking the highest total in school history and the nation. The awards recognized diverse research—from artificial intelligence to plant biology—and included students (three juniors and two sophomores) committed to advancing science and engineering. University of Delaware
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware environmental and health leaders unveiled a 2026 PFAS strategy that outlines plans to reduce contaminant exposure in water, food and wildlife. The plan builds on efforts since 2016 and includes free well testing, community outreach and ongoing monitoring. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, DNREC, DHSS-DPH, and DDA released the 2026 Strategic Framework for Contaminants of Emerging Concern and the PFAS Implementation Plan to set agency roles and performance measures for reducing chemical risks to water, food, and public health. The documents also outline plans for annual progress updates. Deleware State Government
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Families and former staff allege patients at Newark's Rockford Center received heavy sedation without proper consent, leading a 22-year-old to an emergency room visit and causing an 8-year-old to experience hallucinations; regulators noted violations in 2022 and 2024, and the hospital submitted a plan to improve patient care + communication. Spotlight Delaware
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s spring turkey season will start with a special two-day youth and non-ambulatory hunt on April 4 and April 5 — the regular season will run from April 11 through May 10 with Segment D hunters receiving an extra day. Deleware State Government
- ➤ Elena Delle Donne, a local basketball standout from Ursuline Academy and the University of Delaware, was elected to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and will be inducted this August in Springfield — marking a historic first for a Delawarean. Delaware LIVE
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
About Daily Wilmington
Welcome to the Daily Wilmington, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Wilmington, Delaware community. If you like the Daily Wilmington, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Wilmington.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Wilmington and across Delaware. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Wilmington
A free Wilmington community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailywilmington.com/sitemap