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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 10, thousands of people visited the Wilmington Flower Market to buy plants and enjoy rides and food on a sunny day — vendors and volunteers made sure families had fun while shopping and playing. Delaware Online
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A pursuit in Townsend ended Saturday night when police engaged a stolen vehicle that fled on Route 13 at speeds over 100 mph and gunfire erupted, injuring one man—he was airlifted to a hospital—and multiple arrests were made while authorities closed the road. First State Update
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OperaDelaware will premiere 'Fearless' at The Grand Opera House on May 16 and 18—an opera about Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman pilot in the U.S. military—with mezzo-soprano Ariana Maubach debuting as Lee and a special Fearless Hazel brew debuting at the Opening Night Microgala. Delaware Online
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A news article explains how people can safely treat bee stings by cleaning the area with soap, icing it, and using hydrocortisone while suggesting natural repellents—citronella, vinegar, smoke, or cinnamon—for keeping bees away from homes. It also advises contacting a pest control expert or beekeeper for hive removal since bees are key pollinators for the community. Delaware Online
- ➤ Delaware has dangerous animals that residents may encounter when hiking or camping. The state is home to copperhead and timber rattlesnakes, black widow spiders, snapping turtles, coyotes, bears, mosquitoes, ticks, and deer — encounters with these critters may require extra caution and prompt medical care. Delaware Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware open government advocates are urging the legislature to pass a bill creating an independent inspector general to oversee state spending and boost transparency before the session ends on June 30. The proposed office would have subpoena power and a five-year term after the governor selects a candidate from a panel of three. WHYY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rental prices in New Castle County held steady in April with the average listed at $1,440, nearly unchanged from March's $1,439. Data from Apartment List showed a 0.6% year-over-year rise for one bedroom and two bedroom units — indicating slow market growth. Delaware Online
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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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Cooking With The Calamari Sisters
2:00 PM - 4:15 PM — Delaware Theatre Company — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy a delightful cooking demonstration with a comedic twist from the famous Calamari Sisters.
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Laurie Berkner Concert
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with Laurie Berkner and The Laurie Berkner Band as they perform classic kids' hits.
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The Chester County Card Show
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Sturzebecker Health Science Center — Free entry — Explore 200 tables of sports cards, Pokemon, TCG, vintage memorabilia, and more in a spacious new location.
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