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Wilmington
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community planners and the Route 9 Community Development Corporation detailed a plan on October 28 to transform Delaware’s Route 9 corridor with new parks, housing, and safer crossings near New Castle. The framework—developed with the University of Delaware’s Coastal Resilience Design Studio—addresses decades of neglect and will be presented to county leaders to secure further investment. WHYY
- ➤ The Delaware Public Archives will host a free event — The Fight for Fair Housing: From Discrimination to Justice — on November 1 at 10:30 a.m., where Emily Green will discuss the history of housing discrimination and efforts toward justice. This program will offer a concise look at past struggles and ongoing work for fair housing. Deleware State Government
- ➤ At the Brandywine Valley SPCA Copeland Center for Animal Welfare, staff welcomed Maisie Belle—the 300,000th animal relocated through ASPCA partnerships—from a special transport that arrived Tuesday from southern shelters to help save lives. The mixed breed five month old dog with an amputated leg is healing and will soon be available for adoption. WDEL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Starwood Digital Ventures, the developer of the 6-million-square-foot Project Washington data center near Delaware City, has signed a labor agreement to use 20 local unions in building its campus. The project will need New Castle County Council rezoning approval and a new power tariff from Delmarva Power to begin construction — local regulators and community members worry it may raise energy bills. Spotlight Delaware
- ➤ Corteva, a global agriculture technology company, will move its Delaware operations from Chestnut Run Plaza to the former Brandywine Building in downtown Wilmington, keeping over 200 high paying jobs in the state. The phased move—set to begin early in 2026—prevents the company from leaving Delaware after it considered sites in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ OpenAI reorganized its ownership structure and converted its business into a public benefit corporation after nearly a year of discussions that ended with Delaware attorney general approval—this move sets the stage for commercializing its AI technology while keeping nonprofit control. The company also signed a new deal with Microsoft that gives the tech giant a 27% stake in its for-profit arm and establishes future oversight of its products. WDEL
- ➤ Project Washington data center near Delaware City signed a Project Labor Agreement with 20 local unions that sets terms for about 3,500 construction workers including union bricklayers, sheet metal workers & roofers. The agreement, signed on Oct. 22, supports Starwood Digital Ventures’ plan for a 6-million square foot facility that will undergo rezoning and environmental review by New Castle County. Delaware Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Food Bank Delaware braces for a surge in need as SNAP benefits end on November 1 due to the government shutdown. The bank is stocking up on diapers and formula—anticipating more demand from federal workers and families facing unpaid wages. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ DelDOT kept a barrier in the I-95 work zone after it was struck again on Tuesday while work on the Christina River Bridge continues in Phase 2. The project began in January and will run into Fall as lane shifts have led to several crashes— including one where a 65-year-old woman was seriously injured when her car flipped. WDEL
- ➤ Delaware lawmakers and state agencies are offering free expungement clinics this fall to help eligible residents remove old criminal records and overcome barriers to work and housing. One session is held today at a recreational center in Middletown from 2 to 5 p.m., and additional sessions will take place on Nov 6 at a library in Smyrna and on Nov 18 in Laurel (registration is required). Delaware Online
- ➤ The Delaware State Housing Authority said its pilot program—the second in the nation after Colorado—to report on-time rent payments showed promising results, with 56% of 225 applicants seeing an average credit score increase of 9 points. Officials noted that 14% of renters moved from sub-prime to prime lending and that more tenants will have their rent reported for free in the future. Delaware Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Blood Bank of Delmarva marked National First Responders Day on October 28th by highlighting its whole blood transfusion program that began in May in New Castle and Sussex counties and later expanded to Kent County and the Delaware State Police Aviation Unit. More than 400 units have been used in crises, including the case of an 18 year old receiving three transfusions after a serious car crash — a lifesaving intervention praised by first responders — as part of ongoing efforts to improve emergency care. WDEL
- ➤ Landmarks across Delaware including Dover Motor Speedway and the Grand Opera House lit up in teal yesterday as part of an Alzheimer’s awareness campaign—more than 1,500 buildings and landmarks worldwide joined the effort. Bay to Bay News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Caravel Academy will forfeit its game against Salesianum on Halloween night because a series of injuries left them with too few players for safe varsity play—no makeup game is planned as both teams face a crowded schedule this season. WDEL
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Hot Tuna Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Hot Tuna live in Wilmington.
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Il Divo Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Tickets from $91 — Experience the harmonious sounds of Il Divo in an enchanting setting.
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Toys for Tots 5K Run
9-11 a.m. — Delaware Veterans Post #1 — Registration fees vary — Celebrate 27 years with a fun 5K and a new Kids Fun Run!
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Full Moon Mocktail Mixer
6-7:30 p.m. — Bellefonte Cafe — Cost includes one mocktail — A cozy evening under the full moon with handcrafted mocktails and community conversation.
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An Evening with Garrison Keillor
8-9:30 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Cost info not specified — Experience a delightful evening with Garrison Keillor and special guest Rich Dworsky.
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Delaware Blue Coats vs. Westchester Knicks
1-2:30 p.m. — Chase Fieldhouse — Tickets available — Witness an exciting basketball showdown between local favorites and rival teams.
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Thankful for Our Members
5-7 p.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free entry — Celebrate membership with refreshments and an evening of exploration.
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Delaware Blue Coats vs. Greensboro Storm
7-8:30 p.m. — Chase Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling basketball matchup as the Delaware Blue Coats take on the Greensboro Storm.
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Wilmington Festival of Trees
12-4 p.m. — Brantwyn — $25 — Explore beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and a festive marketplace filled with goodies and raffles.
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TEA 101 In-Person Class
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Fieldstone Golf Club — Registration fee required — Dive into a two-day intensive on the history and types of tea with expert Karen Donnelly.
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