Good morning, Dover.

Students from Holy Cross School in Dover won first overall in the 2025 Junior Solar Sprint at Delaware State University—earning the highest combined score in design, portfolio, and race categories.

A second team from Holy Cross finished second while H.B. DuPont School placed third among eleven teams from seven schools.

Liberty Mutual companies paid a $300,000 penalty after a Delaware Department of Insurance review found they advertised non-existent insurance discounts.

The investigation recorded 39,806 false instances from January 1, 2021 to July 31, 2023—companies may face an extra $200,000 penalty if the issues are not corrected.

Today, Dover citizens vote on key issues such as police staffing, business growth, affordable housing, and school safety — decisions that will shape the city’s future amid state and federal challenges.

A Delaware audit released by state auditor Lydia E.

York found that most of the $4.2B in federal funds were spent in compliance with guidelines but uncovered significant issues in unemployment insurance—where a lack of documentation hindered proper verification. State officials pledged corrective measures and promised regular updates as they work to rebuild public trust.

Beebe Healthcare’s Palliative Care team will host advance directive workshops on Wednesday, April 16 at Lewes Public Library and on Thursday, April 17 at Millville Volunteer Fire Company—helping local residents plan their healthcare decisions on National Healthcare Decision Day.

92nd Annual Dover Days Festival

May 2-3 — The Green — Free entry — Celebrate Delaware's heritage with a grand parade, artisan vendors, and family-friendly activities.

The Brothers Grim Spectaculathon

8-10 p.m. — Kent County Theatre Guild — Ticket info TBA — A fast-paced comedy that hilariously combines the classic and obscure tales of the Brothers Grimm with audience participation.

Skating For Change - Dover

6-9 p.m. — Dover Skating Center — $10 entry for adults, free for kids under 14 — Enjoy a night of skating and community fellowship for healing and recovery.

Mother's Day Celebration

3-6 p.m. — 1156 S Bay Rd, Dover, DE — Tickets from $20 — An afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and great food to celebrate all mothers.