Wednesday, May 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Scoop on Loockerman, a youth-run ice cream shop on W. Loockerman Street in downtown Dover, will reopen on May 15 from 3 to 6 p.m. and offer free ice cream, hot dogs, and music — part of a social enterprise giving at-risk youth job opportunities and life skills — through NeighborGood Partners. Delaware LIVE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday's Delaware school board elections saw voters in 11 districts choose revised boards, including a race where Dover High School senior Jordan Davis ran against Vickie Pendleton. In Capital, Davis lost his race — and a former New Castle County Council President in Brandywine faced a tight contest — with wins also coming from candidates in Appoquinimink and Smyrna. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state Senate voted unanimously on May 13 to add interfering with a school bus's operations as a disorderly conduct offense amid a rise in incidents — the proposal now heads to the House for further consideration. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ The Delaware House will debate a Senate bill on Tuesday that bans Red Dye 40 in school meals and competitive foods — the law starts immediately and gives a one-year planning period for schools to prepare for full implementation by mid-2026. Coast TV
- ➤ Dover Mayor Robin Christiansen delivered his State of the City message at Monday’s City Council meeting and said the city will work to become cleaner, safer, and more beautiful by tackling issues like affordable housing, homelessness, substance abuse, and gang violence—Council members also voted Fred Neil as the new Council President and urged residents to get involved by voting and supporting local schools and businesses. Delaware Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Delaware is facing an ongoing overdose crisis as state leaders have not set up plans to expand treatment services and affordable housing. Local voices worry that the current single detox facility is insufficient—raising concerns over the state's ability to help those most at risk. Bay to Bay News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dover's boys' volleyball team made it to the DIAA state tournament for the first time; players like Kevin Boateng, who started playing seriously just last season, now feel ready to compete at a higher level. The team will face top competitors soon—bringing extra excitement to Dover. Bay to Bay News
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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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Leap Frog Bicycle Tour
7 AM - 2 PM — Lake Forest Central Elementary — Early Bird $35 — Experience a scenic ride through Delaware’s beautiful ponds with well-marked routes and SAG support.
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Be Great 5K Walk/Run
9-11 a.m. — Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club — Visit website for registration details — Participate in a fun-filled charitable event supporting local youth programs.
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Dover Women’s Connection Breakfast
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22.00 cash or check — Connect with women over breakfast, great food, and inspiring talks.
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