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Wilmington
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A stabbing at a New Castle warehouse late Thursday morning led to a lockdown at Wilbur Elementary School as police located a victim stabbed multiple times and searched on foot for a suspect—authorities have not yet taken anyone into custody. First State Update
- ➤ Middletown drug kingpin Dwayne Fountain was sentenced on Aug. 24 to 25 years in federal prison after prosecutors detailed his operation, which led to over 10 kilograms of fentanyl being seized—the largest fentanyl bust in Delaware and a network stretching from Seaford to Scranton. Delaware Online
- ➤ On Wednesday, August 27th, 2025, detectives from New Castle County Police stopped a white Nissan Altima in Edgemoor for a traffic violation and arrested 47 year old Harice Reddick from Philadelphia after a search found a loaded handgun with a 20 round magazine, a forged prescription pad & prepackaged bags of marijuana along with additional concealed weapons, and he now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges. New Castle County Police Department
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ AVi will host its free youth event, Take FLIGHT with AVi, at Wilmington Airport on Saturday, September 27, offering STEAM activities such as a scavenger hunt and paper airplane contests—meant to teach children about flight. The event will include talks by aviation pioneer Jamail Larkins and hosts Lyndse Costabile and Samantha Mitchell—designed to spark interest in aviation. First State Update
- ➤ UD seniors gained real-world fashion retail skills last summer in NYC during an eight-week internship with Ross Stores and DD’s Discounts, where they ran sales reports, attended market appointments and completed final projects—experiences that built on their UD classroom learning. University of Delaware
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Police Athletic League of Delaware has new leadership after former director Valerie Longhurst resigned amid cash-flow issues—New Castle County Police Chief Jamie Leonard is now chair and Lt. Angela Dolan is the interim executive director. Delaware Online
- ➤ Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer vetoed a bill that would have limited counties from adjusting zoning for marijuana stores and returned the legislation to the state Senate. He said the move supports a state-wide cannabis market that partners with local governments—encouraging revenue sharing and local control. Delaware Online
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lums Pond State Park near Bear will host the 26th Becoming an Outdoors-Woman event from Oct. 3 to 5, offering courses in kayak fishing, backpacking, and rock climbing taught by DNREC staff — registration will open on Sept. 2 and close on Sept. 17 when spots are filled. The full weekend costs $210 and covers meals, lodging, and equipment. Deleware State Government
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Chaka Fest
9 p.m. — El Maguey — Ticket info available — Experience lively performances at Chaka Fest in the heart of Wilmington.
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Wilmington Sports Card & Collectible Show
8 AM – 2 PM — Chambers Memorial Hall — $3 Admission — Experience a vibrant showcase of sports cards and collectibles from top vendors.
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Kid Davis and the Bullets Live at Gallucio's
8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers while grooving to the Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.
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George Thorogood & The Destroyers Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Tickets available — Experience rock legends George Thorogood & The Destroyers live in Wilmington.
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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 Kid Davis and the Bullets serenade with Americana tunes.
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Ramsey's Farm Pumpkin Run/Walk
8-10 a.m. — Ramsey’s Farm — Free Kids Race included — Enjoy a fun-filled morning of running and walking amidst the fall scenery at Ramsey's Farm.
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Hometown Heroes 5K
6-7 p.m. — Rockford Park — Registration fee required — Run or walk in support of local heroes at this community race.
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Drumming Bird x The Tisburys
8-11 p.m. — The Queen — Ticketed event — Experience a night filled with lively music from Drumming Bird and The Tisburys.
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Comedy Night at The Crafty Crab
6-8 p.m. — Crafty Crab — Free entry — Enjoy hilarious performances by local and Philly comedians at this lively venue.
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DMA Varsity Football at Brandywine
6-8 p.m. — Brandywine High School — Free entry — Witness a thrilling non-conference football match between local rivals Brandywine and Delaware Military Academy.
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