Good morning, Dover.

Delaware Farm Bureau is accepting entries from amateur photographers to capture local agriculture from May 1 until Oct.

31 — winners will be announced in December, with top photos earning cash prizes and a display at Camden and the Delaware Agriculture Museum in Dover.

Delaware leaders and education experts are urging coordinated action to boost early literacy after data showed only 26 percent of fourth graders read proficiently (signaling urgent reforms).

They emphasize focusing on early childhood development from birth to age eight to build lasting academic success.

Dewey Beach earned praise as one of the cleanest beaches when tests on April 29 showed safe bacteria levels in nearly all water samples.

The town will enforce bans on glass bottles and fines for littering starting May 15 to keep the beach inviting.

DART will start new bus schedules on Sunday, May 17 after reviewing rider feedback from public hearings in February.

Beach Bus services begin Monday, May 18 with increased frequency through Labor Day — Route 305 runs weekends and holidays from May 23 to September 27.

The 53rd annual Delaware Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, May 6 at Legislative Mall in Dover to honor fallen officers.

On Monday, the Supreme Court temporarily restored access to mifepristone by blocking a federal appeals court ruling that would have required in-person dispensing at clinics.

Delaware and Maryland backed the decision by keeping the medication available through pharmacies or by mail while legal challenges continue.

Delaware lawmakers filed Senate Bill 301 to require hospitals to offer discharge plans and aftercare instructions for patients showing labor signs, including assessing travel time (aiming to improve maternal safety).

The bill will be considered by the General Assembly before June 30.

Nurses Week 2026 offers restaurants across Delaware discounts and freebies to honor healthcare workers.

Local chains like Chipotle and Buffalo Wild Wings provide deals available today through May 12 (nurses must verify their status) at select locations including Dover.

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.

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.

Delaware Black Music Festival 2026

10 AM – 12 PM — G & R Recreation Campground — $50 — Celebrate the vibrant sounds of Black music with top performances in a festive family-friendly atmosphere.