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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On April 23, the 14-ft (7,500-lb) Caesar Rodney statue left storage in New Castle and is now traveling on I-95 to Washington, DC, where it will be installed at Freedom Plaza on April 25. Delaware Online
- ➤ Tomorrow, Saturday, Apr. 25, the Milton Theatre (110 Union St.) will host the April Fools Festival: Showers of Laughter with stand-up comedians performing from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bay to Bay News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s unemployment rate held steady at 5.4% in February, matching January. However, there were 27,900 unemployed state-wide – 1.1 points higher than a year ago – with some counties, including Dover, showing a drop from January while others saw increases. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ Gas prices eased as the national average dropped 6 cents to $4.03 in the last week & Delaware now averages $3.87 today, with falling crude oil prices below $100 helping to reduce pump costs as market conditions remain variable. WGMD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 13, about 40 DSU students visited the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center to observe a live criminal trial and hear a discussion led by Zafyr K. Ahmad + Vaughn Bond and Chief Thompson, which provided firsthand insight into courtroom procedures and law enforcement roles. Delaware State University
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Senate passed two banking modernization bills on Thursday afternoon that update state laws for digital assets — expanding bank authority and establishing a licensing framework for stablecoin issuers — and the measures now head to the House committee. WGMD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DNREC reminds drivers to prepare their vehicles for permitted beach access as warm weather nears, advising them to attend driving clinics and use required equipment to avoid tow costs. Officials recommend keeping speeds between 15 and 20 mph on marked areas for safety. Coast TV
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Pretty in Pink Spring Shopping & Networking Event
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Ivory Studio and Events — Ticket required — Celebrate women-owned businesses with shopping, networking, and delightful light bites.
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93rd Annual Dover Days Festival
5 PM-3 PM — The Green — Free entry — Celebrate Delaware’s heritage with a grand parade, local vendors, and live music at the annual Dover Days Festival.
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Mother's Day Brunch & Bingo
11 AM – 3 PM — The Great Hall — $30-$60 — Enjoy a festive brunch complete with Bingo games, prizes, and more to celebrate Mother's Day.
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