Good morning, Wilmington.

Leon Hart, a Navy veteran from World War II + a 1944 Caesar Rodney graduate, celebrated his 100th birthday Friday at State Street Assisted Living in Dover.

Siemens Energy, working for DNREC, warned that building new data centers could spike Delaware's wholesale electricity prices by 80% if energy demand nearly doubles by 2029 (the report noted prices would rise statewide even with fewer centers).

Without added generation or self-supplied power, customers may face higher bills.

Mariah Calagione, co-founder of Dogfish Head (and former UD trustee), will deliver the 2026 commencement address on Saturday, May 23 at 9:15 a.m. in Delaware Stadium in Newark; the ceremony is livestreamed for around 4,000 graduates and their guests.

UD doctoral student TreVaughn Ellis will use new diving gear obtained with a Zale Parry Scholarship to study seagrass microbiomes in Delaware Bay—examining how tidal stress and boat activity impact local underwater habitats.

Delaware Forest Service will celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, May 1 at Lewes Public Library by honoring 12 student winners and showcasing its effort to plant over 100,000 trees statewide; special guest Dan Lambe will join to emphasize the role of trees in boosting community + environmental well-being.

In November 2025, a local resident underwent Delaware’s new robotic Whipple procedure at ChristianaCare’s Helen F.

Graham Cancer Center, where advanced therapies like adaptive radiation + robust clinical research help patients recover faster as part of an ongoing effort to bring cancer care close to home.

New Castle County median listing prices dipped to $421,502 in March, down from $425,000 last month according to Realtor.com data + new listings rose to 586 with homes spending a median 38 days on market.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Zacarías Ferreira Live

9 PM — El Maguey — Ticket prices vary — Experience the king of bachata in a night of vibrant music and dance.

Riverwalk Mini Golf Season Opening

12-7 p.m. — Riverwalk Mini Golf — Admission priced — Celebrate the kickoff of mini golf season with fun and friends at this scenic venue.

The Return Walk

9-11 a.m. — Brandywine Park — Cost varies — Engage in a guided walking experience to slow down and reconnect with yourself in community.