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Wilmington
Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hagley Museum shows its role as a community helper by hosting a food drive that offered free admission for donors of five or more non-perishable items—while also donating produce from its gardens and raising funds through its annual run to support student field trips. The museum works with local artisans to source items for its store and craft fair, helping bring community members together to solve local challenges. Delaware Online
- ➤ Cyclists riding the trail linking Wilmington Riverfront to historic New Castle can borrow helmets from the Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau visitors center on the Riverfront, the DuPont Environmental Education Center, or the New Castle Courthouse Museum if they rent bikes on the Jack Markell Trail — helmets for adults and children must be returned the same day. WDEL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ WDEL was honored at the Chesapeake Associated Press Broadcasters Association banquet in Ocean City, MD Saturday when it received awards for Outstanding News Operation, Best Newscast, Best Election Night Coverage, and Best Continuing Coverage for the Baltimore bridge collapse plus judges praised its clear and professional reporting. WDEL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New Castle County Police issued a Gold Alert for Raquel Jack, a 31-year-old white woman who was last contacted around 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7 while staying at a residence in the 700 block of North Huckleberry Avenue and described as 5’11” tall and 150 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes in a light blue Nike T-shirt and black yoga pants—she may have been traveling in a red Dodge Ram in the Holloway Terrace area and officers ask anyone with information to call 3025732800 or 911. New Castle County Police Department
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Communities in Delaware will celebrate Juneteenth with parades, festivals and events throughout the week. In Wilmington, the Delaware Juneteenth Association will host a parade at 11 a.m. June 14 from Rodney Square to Tubman-Garrett Park—followed by a block party at Walnut Street YMCA—while other towns plan additional celebrations later this week. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Public Education Funding Commission approved recommendations to change the school funding formula from a unit-based system to a hybrid model that adds money for low-income students and English language learners—commissioners expect implementation to begin in fiscal year 2027. WHYY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ This summer, Delaware hikers will enjoy several new trails across the state. Options include an easy one and a half mile walk at White Clay Creek State Park, a four mile loop trail at Redden State Forest in Georgetown, and a buggy but scenic two and a half mile route at Cape Henlopen State Park Walking Dunes Trail — each offering a chance to safely enjoy nature. Delaware Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents and housing advocates protested immediately after Wilmington City Council rejected a proposal to cap rent hikes for most properties—sparking local concern over rising costs. Delaware Online
SHOP NEWS
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while listening to the smooth Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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The Musical Box Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Tickets starting at $59 — Experience the music and nostalgia with The Musical Box in a live performance.
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Live Exterminator! Efecto Imperial and Renovation Kalentana
8 p.m. — El Maguey — Ticket info available — Experience a lively performance featuring Efecto Imperial and Renovation Kalentana.
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Father's Day Brunch Buffet
10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. — Columbus Inn — $30-60 — Celebrate Father's Day with a delightful brunch buffet featuring breakfast staples and house-smoked meats.
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Woodworking Camp for Grades 6-8
12-3 p.m. — Silver Hammer Workshop at Tower Hill School — Check website for cost — Unleash creativity with woodworking projects using various techniques and quality materials.
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Summer Reset Workshop
6-7 p.m. — Scout Cafe — Free entry — Reflect on your goals and embrace mindfulness in a cozy setting with like-minded individuals while enjoying herbal tea and light bites.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live at Gallucio's
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover, 1/2 price burgers — Enjoy an energetic night of Americana music with Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — The Nomad Bar — No cover — Enjoy Americana and rockabilly vibes with Kid Davis and the Bullets over a night of live music.
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Virtual Tour at HarborChase of Wilmington
9 AM - 7 PM — HarborChase of Wilmington — Free entry — Discover exceptional senior living options while enjoying a virtual tour of the community's highlights.
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Flag Football Summer Camp
9 AM – 12 PM — Delcastle Recreational Park — Registration required — Learn the fundamentals of flag football in a fun and supportive outdoor setting.
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