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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sussex County Habitat for Humanity recognized Community Bank Delaware for a $200 donation that supported the nonprofit's 200th home dedication & 34th anniversary celebration. The donation marked a milestone for the organization in Lewes. Bay to Bay News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Khar Abdulah, a 49-year-old suspect, was arrested in Philadelphia on July 2 and extradited to Delaware on July 17 after he kidnapped a Wilmington resident on May 21 and threatened him at gunpoint — he now faces multiple felony charges including kidnapping, robbery, burglary, and extortion. New Castle County Police Department
- ➤ On July 18, 2012, police responded to a drive-by shooting at 13 Clyde Street in the Belvedere community near Wilmington and found 28-year-old Anthony D. Fitzgerald with gunshot wounds, and he later died on July 30 at Christiana Hospital—investigators are seeking leads on a stolen 1997 dark green Honda Civic and two white male suspects with short blond hair who fled the scene. First State Update
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brian Marshall, a middle school teacher and robot sculptor, will headline the Brandywine Festival of the Arts at Brandywine Park on Sept. 6 and 7—he will display his Robot Menagerie featuring quirky sculptures built from vintage items with bolts for viewing and purchase. Delaware LIVE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Delaware senior and Wilmington native Stephen Maister joined an internship with Project Recover in Chuuk to study World War II plane wrecks—he used underwater mapping techniques to help honor missing servicemen and offer closure to affected families. University of Delaware
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Matt Meyer signed six healthcare bills on Monday that include a lactation program for incarcerated individuals, a ban on gas station heroin, expanded support for deaf citizens, lead paint remediation, and a provider protection law that shields practitioners from lawsuits for services legal in Delaware+ while also designating August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day. Several additional health-related bills, including measures to prevent medical debt from affecting credit scores and to restructure opioid settlement funds, still await his signature. Delaware Public Media
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware's Food Truck Frenzy moves into Round 2, running from today to July 27 with 36 trucks competing after an initial field of 40 was trimmed. Each week—Tuesday through Sunday—readers vote for one truck to advance, with eight finalists to be chosen for the final round. 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 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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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while jamming to Americana tunes from Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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