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Dover
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Motorists on U.S. 13 near Pizza Time Dover and Hertrich Chevrolet have noticed a new homeless encampment that emerged this month. City officials are reviewing the situation to address local safety and service concerns. Bay to Bay News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bryan Allen Stevenson School of Excellence will close at the end of the school year due to enrollment, financial and organizational concerns (effective in June). Students may join district schools or choose another charter for the 2026-27 academic year. WGMD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Harrington EMS Station 8 opened Friday in a ceremony attended by Kent County officials & emergency personnel, featuring modern facilities like a two bay apparatus garage, crew quarters and a secure medical supply area to speed up response times in the southern area. WGMD
- ➤ The Upper Ferry is closed on Monday, March 23 and Tuesday, March 24 for the final installation and testing of its remote cable control system — a key stage before reopening. Customers needing details can call 410-548-4872. WGMD
- ➤ The Delaware Tourism office will unveil its redesigned travel guide cover on March 24 at 10 a.m. at the Biggs Museum of American History — marking its first update in six years. Bay to Bay News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Spring has arrived in Dover, and weather experts note mixed temperatures plus Rita's Italian Ice is celebrating by offering a free 6‑ounce Italian Ice at its Dover store on 191 N Dupont Highway. The chain expects to give away nearly one million cups as part of the seasonal event. Delaware Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Delaware State football team will face South Florida in September as part of its 2026 schedule under coach DeSean Jackson. The game is a key contest in the program’s second season. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ A recent study by The Action Network found Delaware residents ranked second nationwide in sleep-loss — a result of chasing real-time sports scores and highlights. The report shows Delaware averages 54,556 monthly sports searches per 100,000 residents, with 20 percent done between midnight and 5 a.m. Delaware LIVE
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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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