Good morning, Wilmington.

Delaware lawmakers and community partners held food distribution events on November 6, where r4 Technologies donated 10,000 pounds of fresh produce—using its Smart Food app to redirect surplus food to families in need—with the effort aiming to ease food insecurity amid federal shutdown challenges.

The New Castle County Division of Police warns that swatting—making false emergency calls to trigger large police responses—is a dangerous crime that endangers lives, wastes public safety resources, and disrupts our community.

After more than 200 years in print, the Farmers’ Almanac will end with its 2026 edition due to financial challenges—its final winter prediction for Delaware forecasts a milder, drier season with lower snowfall in late December, early January, and late February.

Education advocates in Wilmington will vote later this year on plans to redraw school district lines, which must then be approved by the Delaware General Assembly.

The proposal options include merging current districts and could take up to five years to implement if approved.

On November 7, 2025, the University of Delaware community released its For the Record update reporting new academic presentations, publications and memorial tributes.

The update detailed Sheng Lu’s presentation in New York City—Alexander Selimov’s study on poetry translation, Margaret D. Stetz’s article on Henry James, a report on Wilmington’s Green Jobs Program and in memoriam notices for Ann E. Gibson and Robert Johnston Jr.

DART celebrated 28 years of partnership with the Food Bank of Delaware with its Stuff the Bus Thanksgiving food drive, which began on November 3 in Newark and Rehoboth, continued at Rodney Square in Wilmington on November 6, and at ShopRite on Route 202 on November 7—its stop will run today on Route 896 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The drive aims to collect 15,000 pounds of nonperishable food for Delawareans in need.

Nearly 60,000 New Castle households received First State Food Relief Funds on November 7—about $5.2 million was added to EBT cards to provide roughly 25% of monthly SNAP benefits before Thanksgiving.

Texts and emails were sent to inform users, and more deposits may be added weekly in November as part of the state's ongoing response to the federal government shutdown.

UD researchers are starting a study to learn how differences in Achilles tendon anatomy affect recovery from injuries—funded by a $3.2 million NIH grant, the project will recruit 50 volunteers to complete a 12-week physical therapy program with advanced MRI scans from UNC.

This study aims to improve how treatment is tailored to individual patients.

Retailers and restaurants are offering ready-made Thanksgiving dinners to help Wilmington families save time on holiday cooking—options include kits from Harry & David, Goldbelly and Omaha Steaks.

Shoppers are urged to order early because these meals, available until November 27, may sell out.

On Nov. 7, the Wilmington University Wildcats beat the University of Delaware Blue Hens 71+62 at the Carpenter Center in a scrimmage that marked their second win over a Division I team in 13 years, while Delaware recorded their second loss.

Guard Jaiden Guy and coach Dan Burke said their teamwork and defense were key to the win and they will build on this result as they prepare for their game at the University of the District of Columbia on Nov. 14.

Thankful for Our Members

5-7 p.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free entry — Celebrate membership with refreshments and an evening of exploration.

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.

Wilmington Festival of Trees

12-4 p.m. — Brantwyn — $25 — Explore beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and a festive marketplace filled with goodies and raffles.

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.

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.

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.

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.

PHH Level 2 Training

2-10 p.m. — 3301 N Market St, Wilmington, DE — Registration Required — Comprehensive training for emergency response with real-life scenario simulations.

Los Inquietos del Vallenato Concert

9 p.m. — Enigma Delaware — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of tropical rhythms with Los Inquietos del Vallenato.

College Park Skyhawks vs. Delaware Blue Coats

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Chase Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling basketball action as the College Park Skyhawks take on the Delaware Blue Coats.