Good morning, Wilmington.

In 2021, Mark Sellers was beaten, bound, and taken from a Wilmington rowhouse by Shotgun Crips members who drove him in a Jeep to Philadelphia and Yeadon before executing him with an assault rifle—six people have been convicted and gang leader Dwayne Alexander faces a life sentence later this year.

On Tuesday, the Delaware Department of Justice indicted Gordon Turner, 22, from New Castle for a crash on April 29 that killed a University of Delaware student and injured several others while fleeing police in a stolen vehicle — he faces charges including first degree murder, second degree murder, assault, and reckless endangerment.

The district invites families, staff and community members to a public forum at 600 East 7th Street on June 30 to meet the finalists for the new principal position at Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy—refreshments and child care start at 5:30 p.m. with the main session at 6:00 p.m.

Senator Darius Brown will speak tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. at the North Wilmington Public Library Campus Hub to showcase recent renovations and new programming investments during the Delaware Library Tour organized with the ALA Preconference.

He will join local library leaders — Margaret Sullivan, Dr. Annie Norman, and Jamar Rahming — for a discussion and guided tour of the updated facility.

About 300 inmates in Building W at Vaughn Correctional Center in Smyrna are without air conditioning during a dangerous heatwave that pushes temperatures over 100 degrees — officials have offered temporary relocation to cooler multi-classification housing, yet few have moved.

Lawmakers have included $2 million in the state bond bill to install air conditioning in the facility amid continuing extreme heat.

Wilmington Mayor John Carney and city officials unveiled a new rainbow crosswalk at the intersection of 6th and Union Streets on June 23—part of a Pride Month celebration that included a special proclamation supporting an inclusive community.

The project marks the city's ongoing commitment to making everyone feel safe and welcome.

90's vs. 2000's Showdown

8 PM - 2 AM — Pure Flavor Lounge — Check for entry fee — Celebrate the best of the 90's and 2000's with music, food, and dance!

Diana Krall Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an enchanting evening of jazz with award-winning artist Diana Krall.

Homeschool Day: African Animals

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Check event website for costs — Engage in hands-on games and activities centered around African animals for homeschool families.

$5 Thursdays

$5 Thursdays — 10 AM – 4 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Enjoy a day at the museum for just $5 and explore fascinating exhibits on nature and wildlife.

39th Firecracker 5k Run Walk

8 a.m. — Rockford Tower — Registration Fee — Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant community run/walk at Rockford Tower.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

N/A — Jul 9–11 — NBN Sports Academy — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve your basketball skills in a fun, character-building environment.

Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers with live Americana music from Kid Davis and the Bullets.

Coffee Crawl

9-11 a.m. — Scout Cafe — Free to attend — Connect with the community on a coffee journey between local favorites.

Kid Davis and the Bullets Live

8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy live Americana music with $0.50 burgers every Thursday night.

Rockwood Movie Club

6-8 p.m. — Rockwood Park & Museum — Free entry — Experience Victorian films followed by a thought-provoking discussion.