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Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OperaDelaware will present Stayin’ Alive at its Studios in Wilmington on March 27 and 29. The performance explores different aspects of survival with opera favorites, musical theatre and classic compositions, offering a refreshing change to dramatic opera. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ A study shows Delaware has the highest ratio of UFO sightings with one sighting for every 928 residents since 1974. National Alien Abduction Day is observed today, adding a quirky new title to the state's unique claims. Delaware Online
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Delaware rose 23 cents to $3.75 since last week because a conflict in the Middle East pushed up fuel costs, and last year local averages were $2.86. AAA warns that such increases may continue amid ongoing global disruptions. WDEL
- ➤ Gas prices in Delaware have surged to $3.75 today — up 23 cents from last week and 89 cents from last year — as escalating Middle East tensions and disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz push crude oil near $100 per barrel. WGMD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Public Education Funding Commission examined five proposals to update the school funding model by boosting funding for low-income and multilingual learners. The commission plans to vote on the proposals next month and, if approved, will begin Phase 1 in the 2027-2028 school year. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ State Board of Education revoked Bryan Allen Stevenson School of Excellence’s charter because enrollment (119 vs. required 125) fell short, so the school will close on June 11. School leaders and community members argued the school was not given enough time to prove viability. Delaware Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nemours Children's Hospital is now qualified to deliver Lyfgenia gene therapy for sickle cell disease — a treatment that uses patients’ own stem cells to reduce pain and hospital visits. Staff have collected cells from two patients and plan their first infusion this spring. Delaware Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Lake Forest High's basketball game in Smyrna, Brewington took a charge on Mar. 19 that boosted his team's defense during a close contest. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Debbie Windett, a celebrated coach (who led Caesar Rodney High to a DIAA state title in 2004), was inducted into the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame yesterday (with nine others) to honor her local sports achievements. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ The Delaware State Fair and Delaware Tourism Office will host a FIFA World Cup watch party at the fairgrounds on Friday, June 26, featuring live pre-match entertainment, local food vendors, interactive soccer activities, and music before the match starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are available now. Coast TV
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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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Dover Duathlon
8 AM – 12 PM — Schutte Park — Cost details not specified — Compete in a thrilling duathlon in the heart of Dover.
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Dover Delaware Women's Connection Breakfast
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $25 inclusive — Connect with local women for a breakfast buffet featuring guest speakers and a fundraiser.
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FrogTown Walks for Autism
1-7 p.m. — Dover Motor Speedway — $15 — Celebrate 20 years of unity and support for Delaware's autism community with this annual family reunion walk.
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