Daily
Wilmington
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WHYY News launches its 'Caring for Kids' project to focus on foster care and adoption, with pop-up newsrooms and resource fairs set for Dec. 1 in Cherry Hill, Dec. 2 in Wilmington and Dec. 15 in Philadelphia—using community input to guide its reporting on support for foster youth. WHYY
- ➤ A Wilmington reporter ranked over 50 Wawa locations in Delaware, finding that each store has its own vibe—some like the one on Concord Pike in Brandywine Hundred offer friendly service with high-tech coffee machines, while others near busy intersections in Claymont feel chaotic. Delaware Online
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Across Delaware, bars and restaurants are launching festive pop-ups with elaborate decorations, holiday-themed drinks like Resting Blitz Face at Blitzen in Wilmington, and seasonal menus designed to invite visitors—each venue brings a unique twist to the holiday spirit. Other spots, including Santa Claws in Dewey Beach, The Sleigh Bar at Klondike Kate’s in Newark, and Yuletide Cantina in Rehoboth, are holding special events with creative themes—events that run through December. Delaware Online
- ➤ Nadjah Pennington, a former contestant on The Voice, now serves as the cultural programs coordinator at the Delaware Art Museum and planned events like Beyond Juneteenth and Family Pride Night—she is also recording a new album that will be released soon to share her life since 2015. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A state tuition waiver program now helps former foster kids attend college without paying tuition, fees, books, housing, or meal costs so they can focus on their studies. Approved by lawmakers in 2021, the program has supported about 40 students who receive full-time enrollment benefits—providing a stable path toward higher education. WHYY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Tourism Office said that last year’s $21.3 million grant from its Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund is already yielding results—while it now seeks sports tourism grant applicants for a new $10 million capital funding round available next March. Bay to Bay News
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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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Christmas Concert with The New York Tenors
2-5 PM — St. Mark's High School Theater — $100 — Experience the joy of Christmas music with The New York Tenors and enjoy a post-show reception.
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Holidays In Mosaic
Join Elevation for a journey through the sacred and cultural traditions that call Americans to gather during the holiday season. This concert weaves together music celebrating Christmas, Yom Kippur, Kwanzaa, and other traditions, offering a mosaic of light, joy, and togetherness.
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ARJ Entertainment Talent Showcase
7-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington — Free entry — Meet industry professionals and showcase your talent in singing, acting, dancing, modeling, or comedy.
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Brandywine Holiday Festival of the Arts
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Chase Center on the Riverfront — Admission details not provided — An extraordinary gathering of artists, creators, and art enthusiasts showcasing their works.
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Charity Crossing Household Items Giveaway
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM — William "Hicks" Anderson Community Center — Free entry — Collect household items and clothing in this community giveaway event.
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Holiday Jam Sesh
4-8 p.m. — Tonic Seafood & Steak — Free entry — Celebrate the season with live local talent and festive vibes.
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The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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