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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 21, 2025 at about 8:25 a.m., patrol units in New Castle responded to an incident in Garfield Park where a 75-year-old crossing guard was threatened and assaulted while directing traffic—video surveillance led to the arrest of 25-year-old Darjuan Saleem-Connor from Wilmington, who was charged with terroristic threatening, offensive touching, menacing and failure to obey an authorized person directing traffic and later released on $700 unsecured bail. New Castle County Police Department
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Grand Opera House in Wilmington hosts Amazing Taiwan: An Evening of Dance by the Chinese American Community Center at 7 p.m. for $47—marking the troupe's first Delaware show in nearly 15 years while the region also sees equestrian contests in Devon and farewell performances by Barry Manilow in Atlantic City. WHYY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers planning to travel this Memorial Day weekend can fill up in Delaware where regular gas averages $2.971—cheaper than New Jersey’s $3.063 and New York’s $3.123 according to AAA’s report from May 22. AAA warns prices may rise as summer demand increases. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Delaware will award six honorary degrees at its commencement on May 24th to honor individuals such as Matt O’Donnell, Dennis Assanis, John C. Carney Jr., John R. Cochran III, Robin Wilson Morgan, and Lynnette Young Overby — the university’s highest accolade — recognizing achievements that reflect its mission. University of Delaware
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA forecasts an above-normal hurricane season with 13 to 19 storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes, and 3 to 5 major hurricanes beginning on June 1; Delaware Emergency Management Agency and Governor Matt Meyer designated May 26th — 30th as Hurricane Preparedness Week to help residents prepare for potential storm impacts. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown said on Wednesday that she supports raising income tax brackets — but she did not want to rush the plan so lawmakers can work out details and avoid unintended impacts on business. Her remarks at the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce conference suggested that the reform may be delayed as legislators consider a comprehensive approach to fixing tax inequities. Spotlight Delaware
- ➤ On May 22, the Senate passed a bill to create an Inspector General's Office after 18 years of reintroductions—this office will look into waste, fraud and misuse of taxpayer money while sharing duties with the Department of Justice and Auditor of Accounts. The inspector general will be chosen by a panel for the governor's review, confirmed by the State Senate and serve a 5-year term, and the measure carries a $1.4 million annual cost. Delaware Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spotlight Delaware has gathered price transparency pages from major hospital systems — including ChristianaCare, Bayhealth, Beebe, TidalHealth, Saint Francis and Nemours — to help locals compare prices for planned procedures. The report explains that hospital websites list both self-pay and insurance prices so patients can choose options that may save them money. Spotlight Delaware
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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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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Options
9 AM - 7 PM — Rockland Place — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living options and discover award-winning dining and activities.
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Summer Camp for Tiny Explorers: Wednesday Series
9-10 a.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Members: $10, Non-members: $24.50 — Engage your little ones with hands-on science activities and outdoor exploration.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy 1/2 price burgers while listening to the Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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The Benderz Live Performance
5 PM — Catherine Rooney's — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with The Benderz, the East Coast’s hottest party band.
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