Good morning, Wilmington.

Leonard repurposed an out-of-tune piano at New Number One Chinese Food in Newark to spark community jam sessions—drawing local musicians and live stream viewers worldwide who join to create impromptu arts collaborations.

On July 15, measurements across Wilmington showed downtown reached 100°F while East Side, Hilltop, and Forty Acres reported temperatures between 97°F and 99°F; climate experts said older urban architecture traps heat — causing evenings to feel 5-10°F warmer than nearby suburban areas.

A leucistic dolphin was spotted at Cape Henlopen State Park on Monday, Jul.

13, with a fully albino dolphin also seen nearby. Photos by Judi Hylton documented these rare sightings in local waters.

After January legislation, New Castle County raised assessments on three disputed properties (affecting taxes).

The Amazon warehouse near Newport jumped to over $372 million, a downtown parking garage increased from $416K to over $21 million, and a Buccini Pollin apartment complex soared from $344K to over $61 million, officials said.

Health officials reported rising cyclosporiasis cases across 34 states with 141 hospitalizations, but Delaware has no reported infections as of July 14.

The CDC plans to update its data frequently to help residents prevent the illness (by washing produce thoroughly).

Concert by Taj Mahal

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with the legendary blues musician at a historic venue.

Nike Field Hockey Camp at Banning Park

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Banning Regional Park — $399 — Elevate your field hockey skills with expert coaching in a supportive environment.

Luther Re-Lives Featuring William 'Smooth' Wardlaw

5-8:30 p.m. — P.S. DuPont Middle School — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Luther as William 'Smooth' Wardlaw brings his style to life.

Banda Corona del Rey Concert

8:30 PM — El Maguey — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant night with Banda Corona del Rey in Wilmington, DE.