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Since launching in Delaware in 2023, nonprofit Free Bikes 4 Kidz Delaware has donated over 1,300 refurbished bicycles and helmets to children through 30 local partner organizations.

The group invites community members to volunteer, donate bikes, or contribute financially to support safer rides—helping children gain freedom and healthy habits.

Mirame Beauty Studio, founded in 2019 by local entrepreneur Jasmine Santiago in a small room, has grown by building genuine connections with clients and shows how Latin business owners are reshaping opportunity in Delaware.

Her hands-on approach has steadily attracted a loyal customer base in a competitive market.

Delaware State University celebrated its largest graduating class in its 135-year history on Friday, May 15.

Graduates wore black robes with colorful ropes and sashes as they received their degrees.

The 2026 Education Scorecard released this week shows that Delaware schools have recovered some academic performance lost in the pandemic but still lag behind prepandemic levels.

Dover’s mayor Robin Christiansen said officials are close to agreeing to open a state-run Hope Center temporary housing facility in the building that houses Delaware State University’s Living and Learning Commons on North Dupont Highway.

The project is one of 15 designed to improve healthcare in Kent and Sussex counties.

At Legislative Hall on Thursday in Dover, home care advocates and caregivers urged lawmakers to raise Medicaid reimbursement rates so agencies can offer higher wages amid a growing caregiver shortage, while a new law easing repeated background checks may help retain workers and support families.

Delaware Farm Bureau will host a free Ag Mental Health Seminar at the Delaware Agriculture Museum on May 27 at 5:30 p.m. Experts from UD will offer strategies to cope with stress, burnout and depression, providing resources to help those facing mental health challenges in the farming community.

ChristianaCare is partnering with software startup DECODR, Inc. to boost gene-editing research as DECODR sets up shop in Newark (the tool quickly identifies CRISPR edits and has already processed over 1.7 million files).

Dover Motor Speedway hosts NASCAR All-Star Weekend today with an All-Star exhibition that replaces the traditional points race.

Longtime fans have noted a shift in the crowd while officials say strong ticket sales point to a promising racing future.

Kyle Busch won his record fifth NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series trophy at Dover Motor Speedway on May 15.

The win marked his 13th overall trophy at the track and showed his strong performance in racing.

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.