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Wilmington
Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jacob Owens joined the Beyond the Headlines podcast today to discuss his 22‑month investigation into the Bradley case and the challenges survivors face with the settlement process—he detailed how interviews with Margo Murphy and others have brought long-overdue questions to light. Spotlight Delaware
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Crivello, the former CEO of Famous Dave's BBQ, said he will reopen 10 shuttered Iron Hill Brewery locations including one in Wilmington—after the chain closed its sites last month and filed for bankruptcy with $20 million in debts. 6abc
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On November 12, Wilmington University School of Law held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new 52,000 square-foot building at the Brandywine Campus, which features expansive windows & courtrooms replicating a real Delaware courtroom. The facility also includes four lecture halls and several classrooms designed to offer students a hands-on legal education. WDEL
- ➤ Yesterday, UD students and industry leaders joined a hackathon on the STAR Campus to solve fintech challenges such as spotting spending irregularities and creating chatbots with guidance from mentors at major companies. Governor Matt Meyer and Professor Sunita Chandrasekaran stressed that future success depends on human talent— real intelligence— as the economy evolves. University of Delaware
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DNREC launched an online survey on November 13th asking Delaware residents to share their views on air quality—responses will help guide the department's future environmental actions. Bay to Bay News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DelDOT explained that the concrete wall on northbound I-95 is a permanent part of the bridge that keeps five travel lanes open with a contraflow setup to avoid gridlock - officials said lane changes will start Saturday and continue into Sunday as the work zone shifts while maintaining the contraflow. Delaware Online
- ➤ Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced that Delaware has submitted an application for up to $1 billion from the Rural Health Transformation Program to fund 15 projects that will expand access to care, lower costs, and grow the healthcare workforce in rural Kent and Sussex counties. The proposal supports a new medical school, Hope Center initiatives, mobile health units and telehealth innovations—measures expected to improve outcomes for nearly 40 percent of rural residents. Deleware State Government
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday in Dover, over 300 veterans and first responders attended the Healing the Helpers mental health conference, where state leaders and experts discussed new steps to boost support for these community heroes—organizers said the event charts a path to improve access to mental health care. Delaware officials, including Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay and Commissioner Terra Taylor, emphasized ongoing efforts to expand vital resources. Deleware State Government
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Hens will face Sam Houston on November 15 at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston — the game will help Delaware reach bowl eligibility while Sam Houston seeks its first Conference USA win. Delaware is favored by 9½ points — and is set to take the field after two tough road losses. Delaware Online
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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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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.
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Los Inquietos del Vallenato Concert
9 p.m. — Enigma Delaware — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of tropical rhythms with Los Inquietos del Vallenato.
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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.
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Troy Ramey - An Evening of Songs & Stories
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Theatre N — Tickets available — Enjoy a captivating night of storytelling and music with songwriter Troy Ramey.
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LIVE! Music Brunch at the Delaware Art Museum
11 a.m. — Delaware Art Museum — Free for members, included with admission for non-members — Enjoy a cozy brunch experience set to the sounds of holiday-inspired music.
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Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Queen — Prices may vary — Experience the ultimate tribute to Led Zeppelin in Wilmington's vibrant music scene.
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