Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of October.
Good morning, Wilmington.
🎭 Culture
Ladybug Dark Bloom Music Festival is scheduled at Trolley Square on Saturday, Oct.
31 from noon to 6 p.m., offering live music, art, and creative vendors for all ages. The free event blends Día de los Muertos and vintage gothic style — creating a fresh, inclusive Halloween celebration.
Delaware-based organizers are hosting The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party in Philadelphia on Nov.
14 from 1 to 9 p.m. The event offers pickle-flavored foods, interactive games, and a world record attempt for most people dressed as a vegetable (1100 Pattison Ave.).
🌲 Environment
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service opened a new visitor center at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge on Oct.
20 to boost wildlife education and conservation efforts; the building houses interactive exhibits, a multipurpose space (for public engagement) and a store for the Friends group.
🏛️ Government
Delmarva Power has proposed a 21.7% increase to its electric distribution base revenue, seeking an extra $67.8 million annually, and state regulators are reviewing temporary higher rates in effect since July 9.
Residents may submit written comments (deadline Nov. 4) on the proposal.
An audit report found that Delaware foster youth are placed in state offices and out-of-state facilities due to a lack of foster homes.
The Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families plans to boost capacity by opening a Wilmington shelter and group home in Sussex County next year.
Delaware Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester sent a letter on Oct.
21 asking NFL officials to explain their protocol for clearing players after a blood clot diagnosis amid concerns over quarterback Jalen Hurts playing and traveling after treatment. Hurts is set to miss the rest of the season (he is treated with blood thinners).
🏥 Health
Delaware hospitals criticized ChristianaCare’s microhospital proposals for Georgetown and Camden at a Health Resources Board meeting on Tuesday — they said the plans would drive up costs and lack clear regulation.
The board will review the proposals again next month.
The DEA is hosting National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to safely dispose of unused medications.
Officers will assist today from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at New Castle County Police Headquarters (3601 N DuPont Highway) and Bellevue Community Center (510 Duncan Road, Wilmington).
📰 Real Estate
Delaware existing home sales dropped 7% from August as the September median price fell to $395,983—the lowest since April but still above last year’s level.
Sussex County led in sales and prices + New Castle County sold homes fastest.
🏈 Sports
Delaware beat Missouri State 61-38 on Oct.
20 in a Conference USA game, featuring quarterback Nick Minicucci’s record-tying five touchdown passes and linebacker Jawarren Corbin’s strip sack + interception that sparked a 30-0 second-half run, lifting the Blue Hens to a 3-4 record.
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