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Wilmington
Monday, November 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Five Delaware restaurants & one food truck have announced they will soon close, which may change local dining options. No further details have been provided about the timing or reasons for the closures. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers and school staff in Smyrna picketed before the Smyrna High School football game on November 1 — union leaders said they should not expect any local pay raises for the next two years. Delaware Online
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A 69-year-old Wilmington man who used the same lucky numbers inspired by family birth dates finally won $150,000 playing Powerball after his ticket—featuring the Power Play option—matched four numbers plus the Powerball in the Oct. 1 drawing. He bought his winning ticket at Silverside Discount Liquors on Philadelphia Pike in Holly Oak and claimed his prize on Oct. 3. Delaware Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Steven 'Star Maker' Johnson interviewed Kizzy Blackwell, founder of Thrive Behavioral Services, who left special education teaching to become a board-certified behavior analyst. She said her work uses compassion—data and faith to help children with autism build communication and social skills across Delaware. DETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware lost to Liberty 59-30 at Williams Stadium as mistakes and penalties cost the Blue Hens—their first game as Conference USA members—in a contest where Evan Dickens rushed for 217 yards and four touchdowns. Delaware Online
- ➤ Delaware high school football saw two forfeits this weekend as Caravel did not play its game against Salesianum to gain extra time for their season and Saint Andrew’s could not field enough players for their match with Newark Charter—close games in Class 3A, 2A, and 1A also shaped teams’ chances for the playoffs. WDEL
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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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Kids Fall Festival
2-4 p.m. — Kirkwood Public Library — Free entry — A delightful day of fun and creativity for kids hosted by Pushing Through Inc.
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Trash ’em, Don’t Stash ’em
2-4 p.m. — Wilmington Recovery Cafe — Free entry — Safely dispose of expired medications and support community health efforts.
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Hispanic Scholarship Gala Ceremony 2025
7-11 p.m. — Riverfront Events — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Hispanic education by awarding scholarships to deserving students in the community.
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