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Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • NBA player Bones Hyland hosted a community event Saturday, July 27 at Brown Burton Winchester Park in Wilmington — he offered free haircuts to kids and set up basketball games, bounce houses, a Kona Ice truck and balloon animals for families.  6abc

CRIME NEWS

  • A New Castle man was charged with robbery in Newark when he attacked a man getting into his car at Moon Spa on Capitol Trail around 12:10 a.m. Thursday — he now faces felony robbery and unlawful use of a payment card charges.  WDEL
  • A shooting Saturday afternoon on the 800 block of Spruce Street in Wilmington left a 21 year old man and a 37 year old woman hospitalized — both remain in stable condition.  WDEL
  • Delaware State Police arrested 22-year-old Tahrie Calloway of Claymont after a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred Saturday, July 26 in Milton when his 2017 Honda Accord struck a bicyclist who later died at the hospital—he now faces charges including Vehicular Homicide Second Degree, Leaving the Scene of a Collision Resulting in Death, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Driving Under the Influence, and Inattentive Driving.  First State Update

SPORTS NEWS

  • Delaware beach lifeguards competed in the Lifeguard Olympics 2025 edition at Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth—testing their swim, run and rescue skills as well as feats of strength as the sun set on the day.  Delaware Online

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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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.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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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.

    Mon, 8/4/25

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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.

    Sun, 8/10/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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  • Afro Fest Featuring DJ Shinski

    10 PM – 4 AM — Pure Flavor Lounge — Admission fee varies — Experience a vibrant night with Afro beats, food, and drinks.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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  • Bully Proof Seminar

    9:30-10:30 a.m. — Elevated Studios Martial Arts — Free entry — Equip your child with confidence and self-defense skills in an action-packed seminar.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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