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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday evening at 7:15 p.m., Darrian Randle—accused of falsely reporting a kidnapping—said she pulled over to comfort her 3-year-old daughter Nola on Gender Road when a man with a handgun took her, but investigators later canceled the Amber Alert after a body was found in Cecil County and Randle was held on a $1,000,000 cash bail. First State Update
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Public Archives launched its digital exhibit Unusual Treasures today, featuring over two dozen quirky artifacts from the state's past—items such as an 1821 tax on single men and Revolutionary War-era pirate licenses—and it offers a free companion booklet in print and online. Delaware LIVE
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Brandywine Zoo, a newborn crowned lemur was born on June 11 and clings to its mother's belly for protection — the endangered species has fewer than 100 in zoos worldwide due to logging, burning, poaching and grazing. Delaware Online
SHOP NEWS
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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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Kid Davis and the Bullets Concert
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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Financial Wellness Workshop: Retirement Planning
6-8 p.m. — The Cottage by Monarch — Free for members, $15 for guests — Explore how to navigate unique retirement challenges and secure your financial future.
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