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Dover
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Do More 24 Delaware launches on March 5 at 6 p.m. as a 24-hour online giving event supporting nonprofits statewide; it runs until March 6 at 6 p.m. and aims to encourage first-time donors to unlock matching funds + prize dollars. Delaware LIVE
- ➤ Utility providers said that most customers have had power restored after Sunday's winter storm while A&N Electric Cooperative and Delaware Electric Cooperative are still addressing a few outages. Recovery teams continue to monitor conditions for any isolated issues. WBOC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Delaware Food Bank culinary students competed on Feb. 25 to create the best scrapple dish while finishing mid-term exams, showcasing their creativity under pressure. Delaware Online
- ➤ DSU Ph.D. student Mr. Mekhai Abrams earned the Marie Clark Taylor CGF Award for his plant science research when he presented his wheat study on Feb. 17 at the Coalition for Grain Fiber Conference in Kansas City (where he also met with top plant breeders). Delaware State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DHSS and DNREC have reopened a grant for community organizations to boost PFAS awareness and promote environmental equity in areas with historic industrial impact (the grant targets projects near known contamination sites). Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, March 27. WGMD
- ➤ Beachgoers may see gray, harp, harbor and hooded seals along the coast today as these animals rest, soak up the sun or snack. You can report sightings to the Marine Education (Rescue and Research Institute). Bay to Bay News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State Parks will start fee season this Sunday, Mar. 1, charging $5 for in-state and $10 for out-of-state inland fees with coastal parks at $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents. Annual passes cost $50 for residents and $100 for nonresidents—offering savings for frequent visitors during the parks' 75th anniversary. Delaware Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition will host its Lights of Life Diamonds and Denim Gala on March 7 at Bally’s Dover Casino Resort in Dover. The event will honor survivors & feature auctions, dinner and other activities to raise funds for breast cancer support programs statewide. Delaware LIVE
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On the Border - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — Rollins Center at Bally’s Dover — Ticket purchase required — Experience the ultimate tribute to the Eagles in a live performance.
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness 5K
9 AM – 3 PM — The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille — Discounted registration — Participate in the first annual run to raise awareness for colorectal cancer.
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