Good morning, Wilmington.

Margaret Green Scrivens, a community and labor union advocate who broke down barriers in local workplaces, died in September in Tennessee at age 89.

Wilmington City Council and New Castle County Council recognized her lifelong service in October, and family members remember her as a kind fighter for justice.

Emmanuel Jenkins was honored with the 2026 Custie Award during the 24th annual Partnership Conference held on Oct.

19 at Cheswold Fire Hall. He was recognized for over 20 years of advocacy and leadership in support of people with disabilities.

A University of Delaware study found that redshirting + kindergarten retention changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with more families delaying entry to improve readiness among underrepresented groups.

Researchers analyzed data from fall 2010 to fall 2023 and noted shifts in parental decision-making.

DNREC stocked rainbow trout in White Clay Creek on Oct.

21 to support fall & winter fishing for local anglers. This annual event boosts seasonal fishing opportunities in the area.

Residents in Wilmington opposed Delmarva Power's proposed $75.8 million rate hike during Wednesday night's public comment session as many warned rising electric bills could hurt families.

The Public Service Commission will decide on the proposal after the April 27-30 hearing (Governor Meyer has called for an investigation).

The Emergency Vehicle Operators Course dedicated Wednesday covers 14 acres next to Kirkwood Soccer Complex on River Road near New Castle and trains police, firefighters, and paramedics in emergency driving.

Phase two will add classrooms (and K9 facilities) to further enhance training.

A state oversight board reviewed charity care rules for nonprofit hospitals during a Tuesday meeting to implement Senate Bill 13.

The rules will require hospitals to screen insured and uninsured patients with balances over $500 (reviewed by the Division of Health Care Quality) as the new regulations take effect soon.

Wilmington city officials moved a statue of President James A.

Garfield to Ohio after more than a century in the city. Officials said they wanted to honor the 19th-century figure in a more fitting location and free up space for the local community.

Over 7,000 Delaware residents may be eligible for $500 Affordable Care Act refunds if they paid full price for coverage; state data estimates 7,200 qualify.

Refund checks will arrive by month’s end (contact healthcare.gov customer service if you did not receive yours).

A midseason update ranks the top 100 Delaware high school football players as the regular season nears its end (the list spotlights rising talents like Terrell Ingram and Jett Healy and will be refined with final rankings in December).