Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
Good morning, Dover.
The DSN Outdoors Expo at Delaware State Fairgrounds ran from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 and featured indoor + outdoor vendors offering boats, RVs, hot tubs and other gear while free admission and a dog-friendly policy drew visitors despite rainy weather.
Delaware’s Dogfish Head Brewery was named the No.3 must-visit brewery on a national list by Yarbarker—its Milton facility offers tours and tastings while welcoming pets and showcasing local flavors.
Delaware State University was founded in 1891 and is an accredited institution in Dover that follows strict nondiscrimination practices in admissions, employment and education.
The university offers courses statewide and DSU Downtown's 2025 Spring Fling showcases campus life with a collection of photos.
In March, the median price for a Kent County home was $399,900, down from $401,500 the previous month—5.1% lower than March last year.
Homes averaged 1,990 square feet at $206 per square foot, were on the market for 60 days, and had 188 new listings.
Delaware football standouts Marcus Yarns and Tyron Herring did not hear their names called in the NFL Draft but were signed as free agents by NFL teams.
They will begin training with their new teams and work to prove their skills (a fresh start in their careers).
Delaware’s two-time High School Girls Basketball Player of the Year, GG Banks, announced on social media she is leaving Ursuline to join St. James Performance Academy as she finishes her sophomore year; she led her team to the 2024 DIAA Championship and the 2025 semifinals — her move boosts her profile as she remains ranked No. 6 on ESPN’s Class of 2027 recruiting index.
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.
Delaware Multilingual Showcase 2025
10 AM – 2 PM — Delaware State University — Free entry — Celebrate the richness of language diversity with workshops, performances, and cultural storytelling.
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