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Wilmington
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Labor Day, many Delaware stores such as Trader Joe’s, Giant Eagle, Target, and Walmart will run regular hours while Costco, banks, government offices, the DMV, and libraries will be closed or offer limited service; select DART bus routes will operate on a reduced schedule. Delaware Online
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Troopers responded at 11:00 a.m. on August 28th to a warehouse on Bear-Corbit Road—where they found a 23-year-old male stabbed several times—and secured Wilbur Elementary School as a precaution while the investigation remains active. First State Update
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Brandywine Zoo, kids and families learned fun facts about animals during Keeper Chats held on Saturday, August 30 when zookeepers answered questions beside exhibits — providing visitors a hands-on learning experience. 6abc
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Erin did little damage to Delaware’s infrastructure but eroded the beaches and the Indian River Inlet—recovery is expected to take weeks. Bay to Bay News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Superior Court ruling on August 29 eliminated the 2022 law that required Delaware hunters ages 18—21 to have direct supervision when the hunting season opens Monday, Sept. 1. Young hunters will no longer need to be accompanied by someone age 21 or older for the upcoming season. Deleware State Government
- ➤ Delaware Attorney General Kathleen Jennings joined 24 states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit that blocked large cuts to AmeriCorps funding. The victory led the Office of Management and Budget to release $184 million in funds, with more than $750,000 set for Delaware programs. Delaware Online
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A survey by New Jersey Real Estate Network of 3,013 people ranked three Delaware beach towns among America's most stunning coastal communities—Slaughter Beach was 31, Bowers Beach 50, and Lewes 69. Delaware Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two top Delaware high school football teams, Smyrna and Middletown, played out-of-state games last week and lost close—Smyrna lost 49 to 46 to Coatesville while Middletown fell 14 to 13 to Bishop Watterson. Other games saw mixed results with St. Georges beating William Penn 24 to 7 and several teams set to face important matchups next week—including Dover at Appoquinimink Friday at 7:30 p.m. WDEL
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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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ULTRA Trail DE Challenge
8 a.m. — Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park — $65 entry fee — Test your limits in this 6-hour trail running adventure with stunning scenery and challenging elevation.
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Hot Milk Concert
6-9 p.m. — Arden Club — $25 — Catch the energetic emo power-pop duo from Manchester live in Wilmington.
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