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Wilmington
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Video highlights from the annual kite festival and egg hunt captured families enjoying colorful kites + children searching for hidden eggs at a local park. The event promoted community spirit and is celebrated as a cherished local tradition. Delaware Online
- ➤ Rising gas prices may affect travel plans as Philadelphia International Airport reopens TSA checkpoints today. Health officials warn measles cases are rising & Wawa recalls bottled drinks for potential milk allergen risks while Tanger Outlets in Rehoboth Beach hosts a sneaker recycling event this month. DETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe's has reintroduced its popular French cannelés dessert today at its Christiana and Brandywine Hundred stores, offering a box of four at $5.49. The frozen treat will be available until May. Delaware Online
- ➤ DiMeo's Pizza in downtown Wilmington has advanced to DelawareOnline's Munch Madness Final Four, joining other local eateries in the contest. Delaware Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Photos span decades of Wilmington Flower Market—captured at Rockford Park from 1972 to May 10, 2025—and document how the event evolved with lively rides, vendor booths, and occasional windy challenges that once pushed back its opening times. Delaware Online
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Delmarva Power & Light electric customers on default Standard Offer Service will face an 18-20% rate increase on summer and winter hours starting June 1, which will add about $14.64 per month to typical residential bills, reflecting a 9% overall rise due to higher regional supply costs. Deleware State Government
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State University and ReadyPromptOne hosted a live discussion on Good Morning Delaware about the upcoming HBCU AI Summit, where DSU seniors Jared Bryant and Michael Danquah-Tabbi and founder Malcolm Coley discussed AI’s growing impact in tech + innovation. DETV
- ➤ At the spring 2026 UD Graduate College Spark! Symposium (held April 6 in Newark), four graduate students presented research on reducing political violence through intellectual humility, detecting exoplanets, modeling lung tissue for fibrosis, and measuring PFAS in drinking water. University of Delaware
- ➤ Delaware’s House Education Committee advanced a resolution directing the Public Education Funding Commission to study school funding equity through property tax collection while tabled two measures limiting tax hikes after reassessment. The committee noted disparities across districts (including Appoquinimink and Christina) as a key concern for local schools. Delaware Public Media
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Del-One Federal Credit Union presents its Smart Money segment featuring Paige-Monet, who explains a simple budgeting method (bills, wants, and savings) for managing spending. The segment airs on Good Morning Delaware and offers Wilmington readers an actionable plan to build sound financial habits. DETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Office of Highway Safety launches its Spring BRAKE campaign (April 9–12) as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month to fight distracted driving. Law enforcement will patrol during busy travel times (targeting speeding and reckless driving) to remind drivers to keep their focus on the road. Deleware State Government
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Buccini Pollin Group plans to redevelop the Bracebridge office complex in downtown Wilmington to add over 200 apartments while keeping office and retail space, and design upgrades will improve access to nearby streets. The project will roll out over several years as new investment continues. Delaware LIVE
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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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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.
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Richey Rabbit Run 5K
9 AM – 3 PM — Richey Elementary School — Entry fee required — Participate in a community 5K with awards and post-race festivities.
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Book Signing with Belle Burden
5-6 p.m. — Huxley & Hiro Booksellers — In-store purchase required — Get your copy of 'Strangers' signed by the author and hear about her powerful memoir.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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