Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
Good morning, Dover.
The Back the Blue event (honoring fallen Delaware State Police Cpl.
Matthew 'Ty' Snook) has been rescheduled for Feb. 8 at Hudson Fields. Organizers said the change adjusts the plan originally set for Jan. 18.
Local plumbers advise homeowners to run a steady stream of water from faucets and keep vulnerable areas heated when temperatures drop below freezing to avoid burst pipes + they urge residents to plan ahead by checking shutoff valves and breaker boxes.
Gov. Matt Meyer backed a review of the education system on Friday, Jan.
23, supporting district consolidation to cut bureaucracy and boost accountability based on Redding Consortium recommendations. The proposal now awaits further discussion.
A winter storm warning is in effect in Delaware from 7 p.m. today until 7 a.m. Monday.
Forecasters expect snow of 6 to 16 inches away from coastal areas + a wintry mix near the shore, with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour on Sunday.
DNREC reminds Delawareans and visitors that sledding, snowboarding, and other activities are not allowed on dunes at Cape Henlopen and Delaware Seashore state parks due to fragile wildlife habitats.
The agency advises using marked crossings and checking Outdoor Delaware for approved options (DNREC).
Today, with bitter cold in the forecast, local experts warn drivers against leaving sensitive items such as cellphones, musical instruments, medication, and canned foods in parked cars to avoid damage and waste.
They also recommend keeping the gas tank half full to help avoid engine issues.
Dover boys basketball stormed past Milford with a 97-44 win on Thursday, Jan.
22 as Kareem King scored 25 points and Jay'Vion Denis added 21 points in the game.
Caesar Rodney High won 35-31 over Cape Henlopen after scoring 18 final points in a Friday night wrestling match at Henlopen North (in Lewes).
In a separate contest, Smyrna wrestlers pinned Sussex Central.
14th Annual Delaware Tech Chocolate Run 5k
10 AM — Delaware Technical Community College - Charles L. Terry Jr. Campus — Check website for registration fees — Run for chocolate and enjoy a sweet community event.
PDOUS Live in Dover
10 p.m. — Le Boulevard Bar & Grill — $30 General Admission — Experience a high-energy Carnival Mashup night with PDOUS in town for the first time.
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