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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A federal grand jury indicted 48-year-old Anthony Fields on April 10th for a carjacking and two gunpoint robberies in Middletown—including a restaurant robbery on January 25th and a gas station robbery on January 30th—and he turned himself in on February 2nd while remaining in federal custody. First State Update
- ➤ New Castle County police are investigating an overnight shooting at Liberty Square Apartments+in Ogletown after receiving reports of shots fired around 3:45 a.m. on May 5; officers treated a 32+year-old man with a gunshot wound to the leg and examined vehicles struck by gunfire. WDEL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mezzanine Gallery in Wilmington has opened a mixed-media exhibit by artist Shefon N. Taylor that explores memory and cultural identity. The show, titled 'The Fragment Holds More Than the Whole,' runs through May 30 and uses found imagery and tracing paper to ask viewers to think about what is missing — a fresh look at how we remember history. Delaware LIVE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Delaware President Dennis Assanis—who has led UD since 2016—announced he will step down effective June 30 and will preside over commencement on May 24. WDEL
- ➤ Students from the Charter School of Wilmington won the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM competition on April 28 in Washington, D.C. — they received a $100K prize for their smart bandage that monitors wound healing and helps ease local healthcare challenges. Delaware LIVE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DelDOT shifted lanes on I-95 near the salt barn south of the I-295/Route 141 interchange when it closed the ramp from I-95 Northbound to Route 141 Southbound at 5 p.m. Friday. Lanes will open slowly on Saturday — two lanes by 5 a.m., three by 8 a.m., and the full pattern by 10 a.m. — with the new setup set to last until August. WDEL
- ➤ Delaware lawmakers returned from recess and held Monday hearings in Dover to discuss bills on power grid transparency, changes to tax rates, and proposals to track federal investigation requests. Additional meetings include Sussex County’s budget workshop Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in Georgetown, New Castle County’s budget hearing Thursday at 2 p.m. in Wilmington and a Wilmington Land Bank session on mansion renovations Wednesday at 6 p.m.—all open to public participation online. Spotlight Delaware
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Jon Anderson Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an intimate night of music with the legendary Jon Anderson.
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ROA Live at Maguey Nightclub
8 PM - 2 AM — El Maguey — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience a vibrant night of live music and dancing with ROA in Wilmington's nightlife scene.
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Starboy Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — El Maguey — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Estrellas de la Kumbia Mr. Rangel in Wilmington.
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Wilmington Street Food Festival
2-8 p.m. — Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park — All food items $5 or less — Savor delicious bites from local food trucks while enjoying live entertainment and family-friendly fun.
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Open House at 2107 Westminster Drive
6-8 p.m. — 2107 Westminster Drive — $400,000 — Explore a beautifully maintained home in the Holiday Hills community with modern updates and inviting outdoor space.
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About That Life Tech Ecosystem Conference
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Wilmington University — Free entry — Empowering young adults with skills and connections for a future in tech.
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Roger McGuinn Concert
7-10 p.m. — Baby Grand — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn blending folk-rock with his iconic songwriting.
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Spring Native Plant Sale
6-10 a.m. — Brandywine Zoo — $30 for a 6-pack of native plants — Purchase low-water native plants at this community-focused event.
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Walk & Talk: Coffee
9:00-10:30 a.m. — Scout Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic stroll with coffee and good company along the Brandywine River.
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Nerd Nite Wilmington
6-8 p.m. — Wilmington Brew Works — Free entry — Enjoy learning with friends while sipping great craft beer at this fun monthly gathering.
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