Daily
Wilmington
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Matt Murray, a 39-year-old Uber and Lyft driver from Newark, was injured when a wave knocked him down while boogie boarding at Rehoboth Beach on August 23—he regained some limb function but still lacks full use of his hands and is now in a rehabilitation center with his family seeking support through a GoFundMe. Delaware Online
- ➤ A crash on I-95 northbound near the Christina River Bridge early Sunday morning resulted in five people being taken to the hospital — including two with critical injuries — after several vehicles collided with some occupants entrapped or ejected. WDEL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State troopers searched a house on Mount Joy Road in Millsboro Friday night and arrested four people, including 38-year-old Djuan Sheppard, a convicted felon not allowed to own guns, after finding crack cocaine, powder cocaine, digital scales — and 9-millimeter bullets, with Sheppard held at Sussex Correctional Institution. WDEL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The August Quarterly Festival returned to Wilmington this year to celebrate worship, cultural pride, and community health—marking its 211th gathering since 1814—and to share plans for a documentary on its civil rights legacy. Delaware Online
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Most Delaware beaches will let dogs join their owners in September as summer rules loosen — pet owners will have more chance to enjoy the sand and water. However, towns like Lewes, Rehoboth, and Bethany keep strict hours or bans, and a law requires dogs to be leashed on public lands — visitors should check the rules before planning a trip. Delaware Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A free vote is underway for Delaware’s top high school cross country runner this fall, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists—voters can choose from nominees like Cape Henlopen’s Jason Baker and Tatnall’s Gavin Leffler with the winner to be announced Sept. 5. Delaware Online
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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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