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Wilmington
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Mike McSorley displays his exhibition 'Out of the Ordinary' at the Mezzanine Gallery (located at the Carvel State Office Building) where his paintings celebrate everyday objects. The show runs until April 24 and admission is free. Delaware Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six Wilmington residents, including Rashad Dickinson, graduated from the Branches to Chances program offered by the Delaware Center for Horticulture. The nine-week course provided hands-on training in gardening and landscaping at the E.D. Robinson Urban Garden and led to seasonal job opportunities. WHYY
- ➤ UD’s National ECE Workforce Center (backed by a $30M federal investment) is creating policies to boost educator wages and benefits. Interim dean Rena Hallam said the center has partnered with 12 states (including New Mexico, which passed wage legislation) and will offer its resources until April 30. University of Delaware
- ➤ Governor Meyer announced that Delaware high school juniors and seniors can apply for the student-member seat on the State Board of Education for the 2026-2027 academic year; applications are due by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, April 30. Deleware State Government
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Apr. 16, experts and citizens gather in Dover for a forum on Delaware's data center future, discussing economic impacts, zoning considerations and potential benefits. The event runs from 9 a.m.+ noon at Wilmington University Dover Campus. Spotlight Delaware
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Forecasts show Delaware will see record-breaking heat with temperatures in the upper 80s across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties, including potential highs of 87 and 89 degrees on April 15 and 16; residents are advised to stay cool by drinking fluids + using air conditioning and sun protection. Delaware Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school girls wrestling in Delaware has grown rapidly, nearly tripling to 305 competitors over three seasons. The DIAA approved the sport as Level 3, and state championships will be held next season to expand varsity programs. WHYY
- ➤ Bank of America has brought back its Golf with Us program—announced April 8—to offer free year-long memberships for children aged six to 18 across local Delaware courses until June 15. The benefits include $5 tee times, simulator rentals, and free PGA lessons at Wilmington locations. Delaware LIVE
- ➤ Howard High School boys basketball champions, including players Nick Baysah and Ronald Handy and head coach Rahsaan Matthews, recalled key championship moments during an interview on Good Morning Delaware on July 3, 2024. They detailed the season's defining plays that led to the title win at the school. DETV
- ➤ The Philadelphia 76ers clinched the #8 seed in the NBA Play-In Tournament after beating the Milwaukee Bucks as Joel Embiid recovers from emergency surgery. Delaware high school baseball debuts the DBCA Rankings, highlighted by a contest between Tower Hill and Wilmington Friends at Frawley Stadium. DETV
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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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Wilmington Flower Market Fun Run and Dog Walk
8 AM — Rockford Tower — Registration fees vary — Celebrate local florals with a fun run and a dog walk for all ages.
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