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Wilmington
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, emergency crews responded to a crash on Route 301 southbound in Middletown that hit three vehicles—one person died and a driver was airlifted to Christiana Hospital with serious injuries—and workers are still clearing the roadway. First State Update
- ➤ Delaware State Police investigated a two-vehicle collision in Middletown on Sept. 1 that killed a 31-year-old man from Elkton, MD when his Ford Focus collided with a Kenworth tractor around 1:40 a.m.—the tractor's driver and passenger from Yonkers were seriously injured and sent to a hospital. Delaware Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware Online—The News Journal ask local readers to vote for their favorite social media influencer in a contest that will name the state's top digital star. Delaware Online
- ➤ Downtown Wilmington now offers a 15-minute self-guided audio tour that takes visitors from the Queen theater to 15 stops including the ornate Grand Opera House and an I.M. Pei-designed building—presenting the city's preserved history and modern growth in one engaging walk. WHYY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Matt Meyer vetoed a bill that would change how thousands of workers are hired for construction projects, citing worries about harm to small businesses—he said he will explore other ways to enforce wage theft laws and direct the Labor Department to report by year’s end. Spotlight Delaware
- ➤ Officials announced that US 13 over Blackbird Creek in Townsend will close for 45 days to demolish old bridges and build new ones — forcing drivers in southern New Castle County to follow detour routes. Bay to Bay News
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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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