Good morning, Wilmington.

Delaware has named its 2026 honorees who work to address homelessness, feed communities, mentor youth and honor first responders.

The awards recognize lasting contributions that benefit communities statewide.

Delaware Music History Archive will host its inaugural expo this weekend at Creative Magic Art Shop in Wilmington.

The expo will feature decades of music photography showcasing women photographers, tributes to local musicians, panels on music careers, and a pop-up record shop — all celebrating the state’s vibrant music scene.

St. Andrew’s School, Delaware's only boarding private school, charges $72,870 for the 2025-26 school year with nearly 45% of students receiving tuition aid.

Other expensive schools, including Tower Hill in Wilmington and Tatnall in Greenville, offer specialized programs + small class sizes.

Several free back-to-school events will take place across Delaware, with programs in Dover, New Castle and Wilmington from Aug.

8 to Aug. 23 offering school supplies, games and health screenings to help families prepare for the school year — easing the cost of supplies.

Delaware awarded $712K in grants to 28 groups to boost healthy food access statewide.

Milton Community Food Pantry got $20K to add fresh fruit to its program + Healthy Foods for Healthy Kids received $15K to expand its school garden at North Dover Elementary this fall.

University of Delaware epidemiologist Jennifer Horney warned residents to review their immunization records as local health officials monitor measles concerns and potential outbreaks.

Her guidance provides clear information for anyone seeking to stay safe amid evolving conditions.

DNREC found West Nile Virus in sentinel chickens from a flock in eastern Kent County on July 20 with lab confirmation on July 31, which is earlier than usual; officials advise horse owners to vaccinate against mosquito-borne illnesses.

On Wednesday, Aug. 12, Wilmington skywatchers will see six planets aligning before sunrise, a partial solar eclipse at 1:46 p.m. and a peak Perseid meteor shower under a new moon.

Experts advise checking weather conditions and using special eclipse glasses — a day filled with astronomical events.

Developers in Wilmington are advancing projects aimed at reshaping the skyline, with the state’s tallest building race taking a dynamic turn.

Notable sites like 1201 N. Market & 1105 N. Market lead the evolving high-rise landscape across the city.

The University of Delaware football team added transfer receivers Da’Wain Lofton and Bryson Graves (Lofton from Virginia Tech and Oklahoma State, Graves from Coastal Carolina) to boost its offense.

They join preseason camp efforts as UD prepares to host Coastal Carolina on Sept. 19.

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.