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Monday, July 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State troopers said three men robbed a 44-year-old Newark man at the Superlodge motel in Holloway Terrace around 12 a.m. Saturday when he had let a woman use his bathroom—one suspect used a gun to hit him and put him in a choke hold before the trio fled on foot. WDEL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A proposal by Starwood Digital Ventures to build a 1.2-gigawatt data center near Delaware City Refinery would use as much power as 875,000 to 1 million homes and up to 13 million gallons of water a day while creating over 200 jobs and hundreds of construction positions. Delaware officials will hold a town hall meeting at 5:30 p.m. July 24 at Delaware City Hall—concerns over energy use and environmental impact persist as the state debates its power supply challenges. Spotlight Delaware
- ➤ Prices in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area rose by 3.3% over the past year, causing food, energy, and shelter costs to increase. Experts say corporate consolidation and fiscal policies — among other factors — are driving the inflation and putting pressure on local household budgets. Delaware Online
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware waters host 62 shark species — including sandbar, dogfish, sand tiger and Atlantic mako — and only five shark attacks have been recorded since 1837, with two incidents at Cape Henlopen State Park in 2014 and 2020. DNREC advises swimmers to stay near lifeguard-monitored beaches, swim in groups and avoid the water at dawn, dusk or if injured. Delaware Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Castle County completed its first property tax reassessment in 40 years and adjusted rates to keep revenue neutral—some residents received higher bills while others saw decreases. Local school districts may add up to a 10 percent increase, which could further change bills in affected areas. Delaware Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beach Patrol officials said they treated over 550 jellyfish stings this season compared to 270 last year, with warmer water, extra rain, and lower salinity fueling the surge. Lifeguards advise anyone stung to leave the water immediately and get treatment — many beachgoers have already chosen to stay out of the sea. WDEL
- ➤ The Prescription Opioid Settlement Distribution Commission approved nearly $14 million in opioid abatement grants after a year-long funding freeze that started following fraud concerns with Code Purple—commission officials hired an outside firm to review the process and set new guardrails. They will begin distributing grants in September and plan to provide funds to local governments in the fall. Delaware Public Media
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean said his knee is healing from a torn patellar tendon so he will miss the first training camp practice on July 23 as he follows the team's advice closely — he served as grand marshal at Dover’s NASCAR race on July 20 and celebrated the Eagles’ ring ceremony on July 18. Delaware Online
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers and Americana tunes at this lively weekly event.
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Drone Light Show
9:30-9:45 p.m. — Riverwalk Mini Golf — Free entry — Experience a mesmerizing array of 170+ drones illuminating the summer night sky.
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Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Summer Edition
1-2:30 p.m. — The Chancery Market — Check for cost — Dive into the art of lettering with a fun modern calligraphy session.
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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 jamming out to Kid Davis & the Bullets' Americana tunes.
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The Descendents Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Tickets from $48 — Catch the iconic punk band The Descendents bringing the house down in Wilmington.
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Coast Collective Super Show – August 2025 Edition
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Chase Center on the Riverfront — Complimentary for qualified buyers — Discover top fashion and lifestyle brands at the East Coast's premier B2B show.
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Delaware African Restaurant Week Festival 2025
12-7 p.m. — Rodney Square — Entry varies — A vibrant celebration of African and Black Diaspora food and culture with local vendors, food, music, and dancing.
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Music Bingo Night
6 AM – 6 PM — Makers Alley — Enjoy 25% off wings and burgers with 3 hours free parking — Great music meets friendly competition in Wilmington's best beer garden.
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Back to School Bash
10 AM – 1 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free entry — Dive into an educational adventure with engaging activities about nature and science as summer transitions to fall.
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