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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington Fire Department crews responded Thursday to a row home on South Union Street after a kitchen fire was reported—firefighters quickly located and contained the blaze while confirming that two residents had safely exited and were evaluated for minor burns and smoke inhalation—and limited damage mainly to the first floor. First State Update
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s Haitian community grew through faith, entrepreneurship and resilience—now numbering nearly 5,000 residents who built strong networks through churches, businesses and homeownership—and faces challenges from shifting immigration enforcement that leaves many fearing deportation. Spotlight Delaware
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware lottery officials said no one won the top prize on Sept.3 and a $50,000 ticket was confirmed while another remains unclaimed from a Rehoboth Beach sale—today’s drawing offers an $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot and follows a history of 10 jackpot winners in the state since 1992. Delaware Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UD assistant professor Elise Corbin received an NSF CAREER Award to design magnetic tools that mimic heart cell stiffening after a heart attack. Her work uses these simple devices that labs at the University of Pennsylvania and Chicago already have to study how the stiffening may lead to heart failure. University of Delaware
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State will host its first home game under coach DeSean Jackson today at 1 p.m. at Alumni Stadium against Albany as the Hornets seek to build on an encouraging performance despite a 35-17 loss at Delaware—key running back Marquis Gillis is expected to lead DSU while Albany's Jack Shields looks to challenge the team in this debut matchup. Delaware Online
- ➤ Padua senior Anna Bockius won an online vote against four nominees to earn Delaware Preseason Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year—presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists. Delaware Online
- ➤ Brandon Williams from Charter of Wilmington won the Delaware Online Preseason Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year poll, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists — he beat four other nominees in an online vote. Delaware Online
- ➤ Delaware faces Colorado in its first Football Bowl Subdivision game today — a key test as the Blue Hens look to build confidence against a team favored by 24½ points. Coach Ryan Carty said the team will play tough and sound football while quarterback Nick Miniucci is expected to be a standout on the field. Delaware Online
- ➤ Newark Charter quarterback Chase Kennedy threw three touchdown passes in a 41-0 win over Christiana and was named Delaware Online Football Athlete of the Week for Week 0—he won the online vote over four nominees in the school's first varsity game. Delaware Online
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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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Martial Arts Training for Kids
6-7 p.m. — William 'Hicks' Anderson Community Center — Free classes — Empower your kids aged 6-13 with confidence through martial arts training.
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