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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dell's board recommended moving the company's incorporation to Texas, with stockholders set to vote on the change at a June 25 meeting. The decision reflects Dell's strong Texas ties + most leadership and employees already work there. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A team of Delaware State students won $40,000 at the Venture Innovation Summit 2.0 on DSU’s Dover campus in April after pitching PrizeChips (an AI chip design platform that speeds up semiconductor design). The funding will help make semiconductor technology more accessible for HBCU students. Delaware State University
- ➤ Two education funding reform bills held their first hearing at Leg Hall yesterday and now head to the Senate Finance Committee. One bill would launch a hybrid funding model increasing per pupil spending in the 2027-2028 school year while the other codifies the Public Education Funding Commission. Delaware Public Media
- ➤ An ACLU letter from May 5 warned Delaware schools have long underfunded multi-language learners and urged lawmakers to boost staffing and translation support to meet constitutional obligations — potential legal action could follow if funding remains short. Coast TV
- ➤ Following a meeting last week by the Public Education Funding Commission, the Senate Education Committee released two bills on Tuesday, May 5+ the proposals aim to change the public school funding system and update support for schools statewide. Bay to Bay News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Delaware Office of Highway Safety launches the Click it or Ticket campaign, running May through June to boost seat belt use and motorcycle awareness as warmer weather increases roadway travel. Law enforcement will conduct high visibility checks (as part of public education) to help reduce serious crash injuries. WGMD
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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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Delaware Prostate Cancer Summit 2026
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Blue Hen Corporate Center — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Learn from cancer experts about treatment and diagnosis while hearing personal experiences.
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