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Wilmington
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mary Campbell Center on Weldin Road celebrated its 50th anniversary on May 7. The center hosted a gathering with staff, residents, and community supporters while former Philadelphia Eagles Coach Dick Vermeil sent a video message and founder Marcia Raniere and chairman Justin Dunn honored its legacy. WDEL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday evening, Governor Matt Meyer and the Division of Small Business announced that nine small businesses received EDGE 2.0 awards totaling $1.15M at Delaware Technical Community College’s Owen Campus in Georgetown (Entrepreneur and STEM). Deleware State Government
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spotlight Delaware was named 2025 News Organization of the Year by the Maryland-Delaware-DC Press Association after winning multiple regional journalism awards this month (including three first-place honors in a state contest). Spotlight Delaware
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ More than 400 local leaders met at The Queen in Wilmington for the Opportunity LIVES Here summit to explore tech-driven growth along the Three Rivers Corridor. Sand Technologies founder announced he will reincorporate his Physical AI firm while Senator Brown plans Blockchain task force hearings to boost innovation statewide. WDEL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ DNREC's Aquatic Resources Education Center is launching free family fishing and aquatic discovery programs this summer, including Take A Kid Fishing! (TAKF!) starting Friday, May 15 at Silver Lake in Dover, Small Fry Adventures for children ages 4 to 7, and Life in the Bay events at Woodland Beach near Smyrna. Deleware State Government
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Matt Meyer announced today that Delaware will sell $446 million in bonds after receiving top AAA ratings, with competitive bids awarding Morgan Stanley (3.41% for 20 years) and Bank of America (3.52% for debt payoffs) to fund public school, university, and Wilmington Custom House projects. Deleware State Government
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UDPT researchers at Independence Prosthetics-Orthotics tested a new comorbidity screening during prosthetic appointments that checks for issues like depression, neuropathy, and reduced blood flow. The study, published May 12, found the brief screenings added little extra time and encouraged patients to seek follow-up care. University of Delaware
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wilmington Grand Prix returns this spring to downtown Wilmington, featuring cycling races + family-friendly community events during race weekend. It will bring renewed energy to the local scene. DETV
- ➤ The NASCAR All-Star Race will take place on May 17 at Dover Motor Speedway with a new three-segment format that features inversion rules, following practice sessions on Friday and qualifying events on Saturday — fans will also have many race-day fan activities along the speedway. Delaware LIVE
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Zacarías Ferreira Live
9 PM — El Maguey — Ticket prices vary — Experience the king of bachata in a night of vibrant music and dance.
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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.
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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.
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TEA 107 & 108 In-Person Class
9 AM – 5 PM — Fieldstone Golf Club — Registration required — A comprehensive 3-day intensive course covering tea fundamentals with tastings and assessments.
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Los Dos de Tamaulipas & The New Halcones Concert
6 p.m.-midnight — Enigma Delaware — Tickets via Ticketón — Experience vibrant regional music with a lineup of talented artists at this all-ages concert.
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The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show
2-5 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Tickets available — Watch amazing pups perform incredible stunts as they showcase their journey from rescues to rockstars.
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Corporate FunRun Delaware 5k
5-10 p.m. — Wilmington — Registration fee applies — Join the excitement of a workplace fitness challenge and promote health in the community.
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SOLO EXITOS TOUR | Los Rieleros del Norte
8:00 p.m. — Enigma Delaware — $67.84 — Catch Los Rieleros del Norte for an unforgettable night of music in Wilmington.
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First Sundays at Docklands
2-8 p.m. — Docklands Riverfront — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food, and community vibes by the river.
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Grand Baile Salsa Night
7-10 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away with vibrant salsa rhythms and a lively atmosphere.
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